1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1944 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 24 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, 1944 Oldsmobile 66 (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1944 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | GTA | 66 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1944 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3030 mm |
