1988 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1997 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1997 Westfield ZEI is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1997 Westfield ZEI. 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, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Morgan Plus 4 | 1997 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Morgan | Westfield |
Model | Plus 4 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |