1974 Holden Torana vs. 2001 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2001 Westfield ZEI is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Westfield ZEI (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 450 kg more than 2001 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, 1974 Holden Torana (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2001 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Holden | Westfield |
| Model | Torana | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |
