1982 Austin Marina vs. 1987 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1987 Westfield ZEI is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Westfield ZEI (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Marina weights approximately 157 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1987 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Austin | Westfield |
| Model | Marina | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
