2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 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 136 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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 (311 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Crossfire | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
