1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,687 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Plymouth Neon (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Abarth | Plymouth |
| Model | 1300 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2650 mm |
