1988 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Neon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Neon (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 381 kg more than 1996 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Neon. 1996 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 has manual transmission. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | 164 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| 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 | 132 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 | Automatic |
| 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 |
