2006 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 282 kg more than 1976 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 130 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
