1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1998 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1998 Westfield ZEI is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 128 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 Westfield ZEI.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1998 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Fiat | Westfield |
| Model | 128 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
