2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1943 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,902 cc (6 cylinders), 1943 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Oldsmobile 66 (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1943 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 960 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1943 Oldsmobile 66 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 1943 Oldsmobile 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento, 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.
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2005 Fiat Seicento | 1943 Oldsmobile 66 | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Seicento | 66 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1943 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 104.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3030 mm |