1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1997 Westfield ZEI is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1997 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Austin | Westfield |
Model | A 40 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |