1971 Toyota Carina vs. 1986 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1986 Westfield ZEI is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Carina weights approximately 225 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Toyota Carina | 1986 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Toyota | Westfield |
Model | Carina | ZEI |
Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |