1943 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1962 Peugeot 404 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,902 cc (6 cylinders), 1943 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Oldsmobile 66 (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1943 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1962 Peugeot 404. 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 Oldsmobile 66 | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | 66 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3902 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
