1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2001 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2001 Westfield ZEI is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Westfield ZEI (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 135 kg more than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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, 2001 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2001 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Autobianchi | Westfield |
Model | Bianchina | ZEI |
Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |