2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica 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 (331 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 855 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. 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 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Crossfire | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
