1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1989 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1989 Westfield ZEI is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 55 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. 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, 1989 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1989 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Abarth | Westfield |
| Model | 1300 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2340 mm |
