1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 900 kg more than 1956 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 600 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
