1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1986 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1986 Westfield ZEI is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 492 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1986 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Westfield |
Model | 2600 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |