1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 343 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 333 kg more than 1960 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Monteverdi |
| Model | Giulietta | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 130 L |
