2003 Dodge Caravan vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2003 Dodge Caravan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (175 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Caravan. (146 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 500 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Caravan | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Caravan | 164 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
