1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 20 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mahindra |
| Model | GTV | Commander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
