1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1992 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1992 Westfield ZEI is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Westfield ZEI (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 1992 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Westfield |
| Model | 100 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
