1953 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1991 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1991 Westfield ZEI is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 545 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 1991 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Sunbeam Alpine | 1991 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Sunbeam | Westfield |
Model | Alpine | ZEI |
Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 292 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |