2007 Lotus Elise vs. 1983 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 24 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 97 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Elise weights approximately 156 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 1983 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Lotus | Westfield |
| Model | Elise | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 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 | 120 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 881 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
