1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1997 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Neon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 381 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1997 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | 164 | Neon |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |