1997 Innocenti Mille vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1997 Innocenti Mille is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 750 kg more than 1997 Innocenti Mille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Innocenti Mille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1997 Innocenti Mille has manual transmission. 1997 Innocenti Mille will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Innocenti Mille | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Innocenti | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mille | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2960 mm |