1992 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 1946 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 46 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. 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:
| 1992 Mazda AZ-1 | 1946 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | AZ-1 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 3903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3030 mm |
