1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1991 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1991 Westfield ZEI is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 135 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. 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, 1991 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1991 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Abarth | Westfield |
| Model | 750 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
