1981 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 185 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mitsubishi Minica | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Westfield |
Model | Minica | ZEI |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 546 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2340 mm |