1962 Ford Cortina vs. 1986 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1986 Westfield ZEI is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Cortina weights approximately 53 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Cortina | 1986 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Ford | Westfield |
Model | Cortina | ZEI |
Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |