2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1960 Fiat 600
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 655 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. 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, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 1960 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Crossfire | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
