2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1944 Fiat 500
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1944 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1944 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1307 kg more than 1944 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 1944 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Caravan | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1944 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2010 mm |
