1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1973 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1973 Monteverdi 375 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 1973 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Austin | Monteverdi |
| Model | A 70 | 375 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
