1962 Fiat 2300 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 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Westfield ZEI (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2001 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, 1962 Fiat 2300 (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 2300 | 2001 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Fiat | Westfield |
Model | 2300 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |