1956 Morris Minor vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Minor weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Morris Minor | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Morris | Westfield |
Model | Minor | ZEI |
Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2340 mm |