2002 Dodge Caravan vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2002 Dodge Caravan is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,428 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 560 kg more than 1966 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Lancia Flavia 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 1966 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Caravan | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Caravan | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
