1963 Abarth 750 vs. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1963 Abarth 750. 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, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 750 | 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Abarth | Chrysler |
| Model | 750 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
