2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 528 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. 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, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 1957 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1957 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Crossfire | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
