1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1999 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1999 Westfield ZEI is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 750 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.
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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1999 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Westfield |
| Model | Alfa 6 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
