1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1992 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1992 Westfield ZEI is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 45 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. 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, 1992 Westfield ZEI (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1992 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Abarth | Westfield |
| Model | 1000 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |
