1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1988 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1988 Westfield ZEI is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 45 kg more than 1959 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, 1988 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1988 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Abarth | Westfield |
Model | 1000 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 292 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 |