1978 Peugeot 504 vs. 1982 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1982 Westfield ZEI is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Peugeot 504 | 1982 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Peugeot | Westfield |
Model | 504 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |