1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Neon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo GT 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 @ 5850 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 129 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | GT | Neon |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 79 L |