2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1975 Fiat 500
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (151 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500.
Because 1975 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 1975 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 1975 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Caravan | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 22 L |
