1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2004 Mahindra Commander is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 368 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 2004 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mahindra 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (142 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2004 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mahindra |
| Model | Giulia | Commander |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
