1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 915 kg more than 1960 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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 600 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1510 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 |
