1965 Abarth OT vs. 1996 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1996 Westfield ZEI is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth OT would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Westfield ZEI (129 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Abarth OT weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1996 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Abarth | Westfield |
| Model | OT | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2340 mm |
