1998 Dodge Caravan vs. 1969 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1998 Dodge Caravan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 396 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Because 1969 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 1969 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1969 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Caravan | 1969 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Caravan | Dino |
Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |