2008 Fiat Siena vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 10 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 @ 5850 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Siena. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Fiat Siena. 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, 1998 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena. 1998 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Siena | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Siena | Neon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 79 L |
