1972 Fiat 500 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 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 500 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 112 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 210 kg more than 1972 Fiat 500. 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, 2001 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 500. (28 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 500 | 2001 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Fiat | Westfield |
Model | 500 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2340 mm |