1996 Nissan Presea vs. 1999 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1999 Westfield ZEI is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Presea weights approximately 310 kg more than 1999 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1999 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 1999 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Presea, 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, 1999 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Presea. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Presea | 1999 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Nissan | Westfield |
Model | Presea | ZEI |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |