1979 Fiat 126 vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 135 kg more than 1979 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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 126 | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Fiat | Westfield |
Model | 126 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 720 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 |