2002 Fiat Stilo vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2002 Fiat Stilo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Neon (131 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 188 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Stilo | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Stilo | Neon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |
