2005 Fiat Albea vs. 1993 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2005 Fiat Albea is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Albea. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Albea weights approximately 290 kg more than 1993 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1993 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 1993 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Albea, 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, 1993 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Albea | 1993 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Fiat | Westfield |
| Model | Albea | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
