1953 Fiat 1900 vs. 1983 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1983 Westfield ZEI is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1900 | 1983 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Fiat | Westfield |
| Model | 1900 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2340 mm |
