2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1968 Fiat 850
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 770 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. 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, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Crossfire | 850 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
