1971 Fiat 124 vs. 1992 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1992 Westfield ZEI is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 124 weights approximately 187 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Westfield ZEI (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 124 | 1992 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Fiat | Westfield |
| Model | 124 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
