1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2000 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2000 Westfield ZEI is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 108 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2000 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Lotus | Westfield |
| Model | Europa | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
