1977 Fiat 126 vs. 1985 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1985 Westfield ZEI is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 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 193 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 137 kg more than 1977 Fiat 126. 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, 1985 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 1985 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Fiat | Westfield |
| Model | 126 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2340 mm |
