1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Neon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 219 kg more than 1981 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, 1994 Plymouth Neon (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | Alfasud | Neon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
