2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 191 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Neon. 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, 1994 Plymouth Neon (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. 1994 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | GT | Neon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
