1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1986 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1986 Westfield ZEI is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 2200 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1986 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Abarth | Westfield |
| Model | 2200 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
