1987 Westfield ZEI vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Westfield ZEI (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1987 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1987 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 1987 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500, 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, 1987 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Westfield ZEI | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Westfield | Fiat |
| Model | ZEI | 500 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |
