1943 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 70 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3.
Because 1943 Oldsmobile 66 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1943 Oldsmobile 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1943 Oldsmobile 66 | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Mazda |
Model | 66 | 3 |
Year Released | 1943 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3902 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1755 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |