1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 36 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 195 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Packard Patrician is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Packard Patrician. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Packard |
| Model | Applause | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 77 L |
