1969 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor 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 82 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Morris Minor weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Morris Minor | 2000 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Morris | Westfield |
| Model | Minor | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2340 mm |
