1943 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1948 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1948 Oldsmobile 66 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 3,902 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Oldsmobile 66 (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C. 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:
| 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1948 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 6C | 66 |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 3902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3030 mm |
