1984 Fiat 126 vs. 1944 Packard 12
To start off, 1984 Fiat 126 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1944 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Packard 12 (173 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 1835 kg more than 1984 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:
| 1984 Fiat 126 | 1944 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Packard |
| Model | 126 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3440 mm |
