1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1997 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1997 Westfield ZEI is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 144 kg more than 1997 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1997 Westfield ZEI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Ritmo | 1997 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Fiat | Westfield |
| Model | Ritmo | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
