2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1996 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1996 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 675 kg more than 1996 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1996 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Fiat | Westfield |
| Model | Stilo | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
