2008 Rover 45 vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Westfield ZEI would be higher. Both 2008 Rover 45 and 1995 Westfield ZEI are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 516 kg more than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1995 Westfield ZEI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 45 | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Rover | Westfield |
| Model | 45 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1796 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 | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
