1963 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1984 Westfield ZEI

To start off, 1984 Westfield ZEI is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 165 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Westfield ZEI (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Fiat Cabriolet 1984 Westfield ZEI
Make Fiat Westfield
Model Cabriolet ZEI
Year Released 1963 1984
Engine Size 1221 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 95 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 725 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


 

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