2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo 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, 1994 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 301 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Plymouth Neon (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo. 1994 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Stilo 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 Fiat Stilo | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Stilo | Neon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1109 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |
