1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Neon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 389 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | Coupe | Neon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 79 L |
