1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (236 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 467 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | GTV | Commander |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |
