1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Fiat | Westfield |
Model | 1200 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |