1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 6,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1400. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Fiat | Monteverdi |
| Model | 1400 | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 6972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 130 L |
