1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 219 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Plymouth Neon (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | Alfasud | Neon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |