1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1999 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1999 Westfield ZEI is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1999 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 680 kg more than 1999 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1999 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Chrysler | Westfield |
| Model | Valiant | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
