2002 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1957 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 255 kg more than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. 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, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire (340 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 2002 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Crossfire | 1957 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Crossfire | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
