1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1257 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 600 | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Abarth | Dodge |
Model | 600 | Caravan |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |