2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1941 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,903 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1941 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1941 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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:
| 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1941 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 66 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3030 mm |
