1946 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1965 Riley 4
To start off, 1965 Riley 4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,903 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Oldsmobile 66 (100 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1965 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 622 kg more than 1965 Riley 4. 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:
1946 Oldsmobile 66 | 1965 Riley 4 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Riley |
Model | 66 | 4 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1965 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3903 cc | 1620 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |