1954 Ford Popular vs. 1996 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1996 Westfield ZEI is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Popular weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 1996 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Ford | Westfield |
Model | Popular | ZEI |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2340 mm |