1993 Dodge Caravan vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1993 Dodge Caravan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 405 kg more than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1993 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Caravan | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Caravan | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
