1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 1987 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1987 Westfield ZEI is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Westfield ZEI (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 95 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 1987 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Toyota | Westfield |
| Model | Corolla | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
