2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 1968 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2004 Dodge Caravan is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 341 kg more than 1968 Fiat Dino.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Caravan | 1968 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Caravan | Dino |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 44 L |
