1964 Simca 1300 vs. 2001 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2001 Westfield ZEI is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Westfield ZEI (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Simca 1300 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Simca 1300 | 2001 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Simca | Westfield |
Model | 1300 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |