2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Neon would be higher. Both 2000 Chrysler Neon and 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Neon. 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, 2000 Chrysler Neon (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Neon | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Neon | 147 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
