1973 Fiat 850 vs. 1985 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1985 Westfield ZEI is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
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, 1985 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 1985 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Fiat | Westfield |
| Model | 850 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |
