1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1990 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1990 Westfield ZEI is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 464 kg more than 1990 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1990 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Chrysler | Westfield |
| Model | Centura | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
