1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 418 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | GT | Commander |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
