1996 Holden Nova vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1996 Holden Nova is newer by 40 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 181 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova. 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, 1996 Holden Nova, 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Nova | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Holden | Packard |
| Model | Nova | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3240 mm |
