1997 Plymouth Neon vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 39 kg more than 2001 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Plymouth Neon | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Plymouth | Skoda |
| Model | Neon | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
