1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1989 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1989 Westfield ZEI is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1989 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo weights approximately 323 kg more than 1989 Westfield ZEI. 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, 1989 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1989 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1989 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Westfield |
| Model | Cuneo | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
