1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 131 | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Fiat | Westfield |
Model | 131 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |