1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Giulia | Commander |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
