1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,687 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. 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 (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | 33 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
