1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1991 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1991 Westfield ZEI is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alpine A 110 weights approximately 67 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1991 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Alpine | Westfield |
| Model | A 110 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2340 mm |
