1989 Westfield ZEI vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 319 kg more than 1989 Westfield ZEI.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Westfield ZEI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Westfield ZEI | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Westfield | Fiat |
| Model | ZEI | Panda |
| Year Released | 1989 | 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 | 217 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |
