1963 Rover P5 vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Neon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1963 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1963 Rover P5 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 1963 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1963 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (183 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon. 1993 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 1963 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1963 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Rover P5 | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Rover | Plymouth |
| Model | P5 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
