2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1993 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 455 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1993 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Mazda | Westfield |
Model | MX-5 Miata | ZEI |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |