1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1990 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1990 Dodge Caravan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 855 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Dodge Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1990 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Coupe | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
