1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 vs. 1943 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 is newer by 2 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 30 more horse power than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. (70 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1943 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. 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:
| 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 | 1943 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 16 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3030 mm |
