1941 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1965 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1965 Simca Ariane is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,903 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Oldsmobile 66 (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1965 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1965 Simca Ariane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Oldsmobile 66 | 1965 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Simca |
| Model | 66 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3903 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
