1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 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 117 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1272 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 700 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
