1999 Holden Astra vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1999 Holden Astra is newer by 43 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 141 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 929 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra. 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, 1999 Holden Astra, 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (203 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Holden | Packard |
| Model | Astra | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3240 mm |
