2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Westfield ZEI. (130 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500, 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 2001 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Fiat | Westfield |
| Model | 500 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
