2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Crossfire | 130 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3296 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
