2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1957 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 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 278 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 345 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1400. 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1957 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Crossfire | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
