1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 1997 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1997 Westfield ZEI is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 472 kg more than 1997 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, 1959 Ford Zodiac (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zodiac | 1997 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Ford | Westfield |
Model | Zodiac | ZEI |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |