1990 Westfield ZEI vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indica weights approximately 279 kg more than 1990 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1990 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 1990 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica, 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, 1990 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Westfield ZEI | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Westfield | Tata |
| Model | ZEI | Indica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
