2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1967 Fiat 500
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 1504 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will offer significantly more control. 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 Grand Caravan (332 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1967 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 22 L |
