1949 Rover P4 vs. 1990 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1990 Westfield ZEI is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1990 Westfield ZEI.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Rover P4 | 1990 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Rover | Westfield |
| Model | P4 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2102 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
