1963 Austin A 90 vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 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 67 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 820 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 90 | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Austin | Westfield |
Model | A 90 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |