2000 Westfield ZEI vs. 1983 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2000 Westfield ZEI is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2000 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Westfield ZEI | 1983 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Westfield | Westfield |
Model | ZEI | ZEI |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |