1978 Mazda 616 vs. 1998 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1998 Westfield ZEI is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 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 50 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 616 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1998 Westfield ZEI.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 1998 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Mazda | Westfield |
| Model | 616 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2340 mm |
