1996 Westfield ZEI vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota iQ weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1996 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 1996 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ, 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, 2010 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Westfield ZEI | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Westfield | Toyota |
| Model | ZEI | iQ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2000 mm |
