1944 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 374 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
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. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 1944 Oldsmobile 66 has manual transmission. 1944 Oldsmobile 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Oldsmobile 66 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | 66 | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
