1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Neon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Neon (132 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 184 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 1200 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 1957 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon, 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, 1996 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 1200 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 132 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 79 L |
