1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2001 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2001 Westfield ZEI is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Westfield ZEI (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 246 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, 2001 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2001 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Fiat | Westfield |
| Model | 124 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
