1989 Westfield ZEI vs. 1975 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1989 Westfield ZEI is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1975 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1975 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Zastava 1300. (94 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1989 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Westfield ZEI | 1975 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Westfield | Zastava |
| Model | ZEI | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |
