1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1973 Fiat 500
To start off, 1992 Dodge Caravan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 895 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 500 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 1973 Fiat 500. 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, 1992 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 1973 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Caravan | 500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1850 mm |
