1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1992 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1992 Dodge Caravan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 290 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Dodge 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, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1992 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 2600 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
