1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1996 Westfield ZEI

To start off, 1996 Westfield ZEI is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Prefect weights approximately 58 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Ford Prefect 1996 Westfield ZEI
Make Ford Westfield
Model Prefect ZEI
Year Released 1961 1996
Engine Size 997 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 35 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 71 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 778 kg 720 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 3550 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1060 mm
Wheelbase Size 2220 mm 2340 mm


 

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