2005 Morgan 44 vs. 2001 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Westfield ZEI (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan 44 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 44 | 2001 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Morgan | Westfield |
| Model | 44 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1788 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
