1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1996 Fiat Armadillo

To start off, both 1996 Dodge Caravan and 1996 Fiat Armadillo were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 551 kg more than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1996 Dodge Caravan (307 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. (200 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Armadillo.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Dodge Caravan 1996 Fiat Armadillo
Make Dodge Fiat
Model Caravan Armadillo
Year Released 1996 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 1998 cc
Horse Power 164 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 307 Nm 200 Nm
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1925 kg 1374 kg
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 1850 mm


 

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