2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 130 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 19 kg more than 2000 Dodge 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, 2000 Dodge Neon (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Neon | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
