1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 2002 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2002 Mahindra Commander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra Commander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 2002 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mahindra |
| Model | Nuvola | Commander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
