2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1800 (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1800 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1959 Fiat 1800. 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 (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Neon | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1687 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
