1994 Dodge Neon vs. 2007 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 23 kg more than 1994 Dodge 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Neon. (178 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Neon | 2007 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Neon | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 58 L |
