1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1996 Westfield ZEI is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 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 82 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 40 weights approximately 40 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 40 | 1996 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Austin | Westfield |
Model | A 40 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2340 mm |