2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1956 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 45 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 157 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Patrician weights approximately 745 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 1956 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 1956 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Honda | Packard |
| Model | S-MX | Patrician |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3240 mm |
