1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1992 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1992 Westfield ZEI is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 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 147 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 155 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 1992 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Abarth | Westfield |
| Model | 850 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
