1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2005 Dodge Neon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 139 kg more than 2005 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (176 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Spider | Neon |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 47 L |
