1975 Honda Z vs. 1998 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1998 Westfield ZEI is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 210 kg more than 1975 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Westfield ZEI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Z | 1998 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Honda | Westfield |
| Model | Z | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
