1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1999 Westfield ZEI is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 610 kg more than 1999 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Westfield |
| Model | Spider | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
