1994 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 500 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 1850 mm |
