2006 Hyundai Tipper vs. 1983 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is newer by 23 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 2,607 cc, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tipper weights approximately 535 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tipper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tipper | 1983 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Hyundai | Westfield |
| Model | Tipper | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 1991 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
