neon any day...whether its SOHC or DOHC its still going to be faster stock for stock than most civics...not to mention its cheaper, IMO more reliable, and most importantly its NOT a civic(while it is a common ricer car, its not as common as a civic), sure there are more aftermarket parts for a civic...but its not like there is a shortage for neons....oh, more CID and torque dont hurt either