1983 Toyota Starlet vs. 1984 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1984 Westfield ZEI is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 25 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Westfield ZEI (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Starlet | 1984 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Toyota | Westfield |
Model | Starlet | ZEI |
Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |