1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1987 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1987 Westfield ZEI is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Westfield ZEI (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1987 Westfield ZEI.
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, 1987 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1987 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Fiat | Westfield |
| Model | 132 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
