2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caravan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 530 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Caravan (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno. 2007 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caravan | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Caravan | Uno |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.1 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |
