1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1991 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1991 Westfield ZEI is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 389 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 1991 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Ford | Westfield |
Model | Cortina | ZEI |
Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |