1996 Westfield ZEI vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 15 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 41 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 510 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, 2011 Opel Corsa, 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, 1996 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Westfield ZEI | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Westfield | Opel |
| Model | ZEI | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |
