1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2005 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2005 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mahindra |
| Model | SZ | Commander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
