1958 Alvis TD vs. 1992 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1992 Westfield ZEI is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 700 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Westfield ZEI (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1992 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Alvis | Westfield |
| Model | TD | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
