1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1994 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1994 Westfield ZEI is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 727 kg more than 1994 Westfield ZEI.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1994 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Westfield |
| Model | Sports Convertible | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
