1995 Fiat Vivace vs. 2000 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2000 Westfield ZEI is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
Because 2000 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 2000 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Vivace, 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, 2000 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Vivace | 2000 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Fiat | Westfield |
| Model | Vivace | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
