1976 Fiat 130 vs. 1997 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Neon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1997 Plymouth 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 130 | 1997 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | 130 | Neon |
Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |