1982 Westfield ZEI vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia SOUL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Kia SOUL. (162 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia SOUL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia SOUL weights approximately 503 kg more than 1982 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1982 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 1982 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL, 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, 1982 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia SOUL. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Westfield ZEI | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
| Make | Westfield | Kia |
| Model | ZEI | SOUL |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
