1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1997 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 1 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1997 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Neon. 1997 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1997 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | Dardo | Neon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
