1962 AC Aceca vs. 1987 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1987 Westfield ZEI is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Westfield ZEI (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Aceca weights approximately 169 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1987 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | AC | Westfield |
Model | Aceca | ZEI |
Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |