1993 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1971 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 175 kg more than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Because 1971 Fiat Dino 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 1971 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Grand 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, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1971 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Dino |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2560 mm |
