1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1989 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1989 Westfield ZEI is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Westfield ZEI (217 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 280 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. 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, 1989 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 1989 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Abarth | Westfield |
| Model | 500 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2340 mm |
