1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1965 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,773 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 185 kg more than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
Because 1965 Lancia Flaminia 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 1965 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Caravan | 1965 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Caravan | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2773 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |