2005 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 1374 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand 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, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (285 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 22 L |
