1985 Westfield ZEI vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 560 kg more than 1985 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1985 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 1985 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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, 1985 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1985 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Westfield ZEI | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Westfield | Mini |
| Model | ZEI | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2547 mm |
