1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 1999 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1999 Westfield ZEI is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 310. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 310 | 1999 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Alpine | Westfield |
| Model | A 310 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2340 mm |
