- Social class: Patricians were the upper class, while plebeians were the lower class.
- Political power: Patricians held most of the political power, while plebeians had little to none.
- Wealth: Patricians were generally wealthier than plebeians.
- Land ownership: Patricians owned large estates, while plebeians owned small farms or no land at all.
- Military service: Patricians were required to serve in the military, while plebeians were not.
- Religion: Patricians were in charge of the state religion, while plebeians were not allowed to participate in certain religious ceremonies.
Similarities:
- Citizenship: Both patricians and plebeians were citizens of Rome.
- Legal rights: Both patricians and plebeians had certain legal rights, such as the right to own property and to make contracts.
- Family structure: Both patricians and plebeians lived in nuclear families, consisting of a husband, wife, and children.
- Education: Both patricians and plebeians could receive an education, although the education of patricians was typically more extensive.
- Culture: Both patricians and plebeians shared a common Roman culture, including language, religion, and customs.