2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1956 Fiat 600
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Neon weights approximately 411 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Neon (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1956 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Neon | 600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
