2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1992 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Westfield ZEI (293 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (230 Nm). This means 1992 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1992 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Mazda | Westfield |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2340 mm |
