2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1967 Fiat 124
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 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 156 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 710 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 1967 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Crossfire | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
