1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1400 | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Fiat | Westfield |
Model | 1400 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |