1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 315 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Monteverdi |
| Model | Giulietta | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 130 L |
