1979 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1989 Westfield ZEI is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Westfield ZEI (217 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Civic weights approximately 70 kg more than 1989 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1989 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 1989 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Civic, 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, 1989 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Civic | 1989 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Honda | Westfield |
| Model | Civic | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2340 mm |
