1943 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 63 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 40 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1943 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 965 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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. 2006 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1943 Oldsmobile 66 has manual transmission. 1943 Oldsmobile 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Oldsmobile 66 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Smart |
| Model | 66 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3902 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1820 mm |
