1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia 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 299 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (92 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Lancia | Monteverdi |
| Model | Flavia | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 130 L |
