1981 Audi 80 vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 885 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Packard Patrician (549 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Audi | Packard |
| Model | 80 | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3240 mm |
