1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1990 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1990 Westfield ZEI is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 171 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alpine A 106 | 1990 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Alpine | Westfield |
Model | A 106 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2340 mm |