1978 Fiat 126 vs. 1955 Packard Carribean
To start off, 1978 Fiat 126 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Packard Carribean. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Packard Carribean would be higher. At 6,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Packard Carribean (306 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Packard Carribean weights approximately 1664 kg more than 1978 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 126 | 1955 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | Fiat | Packard |
| Model | 126 | Carribean |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 6129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3240 mm |
