1963 Toyota Publica vs. 1997 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1997 Westfield ZEI is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 140 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Toyota Publica | 1997 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Toyota | Westfield |
| Model | Publica | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2340 mm |
