1979 Isuzu Florian vs. 1998 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1998 Westfield ZEI is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 305 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Florian | 1998 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Isuzu | Westfield |
| Model | Florian | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
