1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 191 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mahindra |
| Model | GTV | Commander |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
