2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 293 kg more than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. 2009 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 has manual transmission. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Jeep | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Commander | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1884 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
