2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio.
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 (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Neon | Palio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
