1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 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 129 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1890 kg more than 1977 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 1977 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2007 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Giulia | Commander |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 78 L |
