2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 1 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Crossfire | Alfa 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
