2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1983 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 21 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 39 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 422 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) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 1983 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1983 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Mazda | Westfield |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2340 mm |
