1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375
To start off, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 (380 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. 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, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 1100 | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 | |
Make | Fiat | Monteverdi |
Model | 1100 | Hai 375 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 130 L |