1969 Morgan 4 vs. 1983 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1983 Westfield ZEI is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1969 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1969 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 65 kg more than 1969 Morgan 4. 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, 1983 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Morgan 4 | 1983 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Morgan | Westfield |
| Model | 4 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
