1945 Jeep CJ2 vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (391 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep CJ2 | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Jeep | Monteverdi |
| Model | CJ2 | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
