1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1985 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1985 Westfield ZEI is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1985 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Fiat | Westfield |
| Model | 2300 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
