1959 MG MGA vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA 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 81 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG MGA weights approximately 150 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG MGA | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | MG | Westfield |
| Model | MGA | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
