1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 550 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 2200 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 1959 Abarth 2200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 2200 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3040 mm |
