2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1972 Fiat 850
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 850 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 164 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 1972 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Crossfire | 850 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
