1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 293 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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 (320 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (149 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Giulietta | Commander |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1355 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
