1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2001 Dodge Neon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Neon. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Spider | Neon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
