1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 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 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 215 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Abarth | Westfield |
| Model | 750 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
