2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica 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 97 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 369 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Crossfire | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
