1973 Triumph 1500 vs. 1982 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1982 Westfield ZEI is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph 1500 | 1982 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Triumph | Westfield |
| Model | 1500 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
