1974 Opel Ascona vs. 2000 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2000 Westfield ZEI is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Ascona weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Ascona | 2000 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Opel | Westfield |
| Model | Ascona | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1194 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
