2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1960 Fiat 600
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 47 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), 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 649 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, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 600 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 | 1960 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Crossfire | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3550 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 |
