2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1999 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 1999 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio, 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1999 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Fiat | Westfield |
| Model | Palio | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
