1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2000 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2000 Westfield ZEI is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2000 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 640 kg more than 2000 Westfield ZEI. 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, 1970 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 2000 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Holden | Westfield |
| Model | Monaro | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
