1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1944 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 37 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
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:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1944 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
