2008 Chrysler Neon vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Neon and 2008 Fiat 500 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Neon (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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, 2008 Chrysler Neon (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Neon | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Neon | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
