1974 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1984 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1984 Westfield ZEI is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 161 kg more than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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, 1984 Westfield ZEI (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1984 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Autobianchi | Westfield |
Model | Bianchina | ZEI |
Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2340 mm |