2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 86 kg more than 1993 Plymouth 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, 1993 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo. 1993 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Stilo | Neon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |
