2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1996 Fiat Palio
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 Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio 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 23 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Neon weights approximately 186 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. 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 Dodge Neon (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1996 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Neon | Palio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 48 L |
