1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1996 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1996 Westfield ZEI is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1996 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 694 kg more than 1996 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, 1992 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpine A 610 | 1996 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Alpine | Westfield |
| Model | A 610 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1060 mm |
