1953 Opel Rekord vs. 2000 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2000 Westfield ZEI is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1953 Opel Rekord. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1953 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Opel Rekord weights approximately 216 kg more than 2000 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Opel Rekord | 2000 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Opel | Westfield |
| Model | Rekord | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
