1978 Triumph TR7 vs. 1984 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1984 Westfield ZEI is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1978 Triumph TR7. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Westfield ZEI (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph TR7. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Triumph TR7 | 1984 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Triumph | Westfield |
| Model | TR7 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |
