1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2004 Dodge Neon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Neon (231 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Neon (339 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Spider | Neon |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1315 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 | 47 L | 47 L |
