1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Plymouth Neon (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | 146 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 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 | 1175 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
