1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1972 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1972 Monteverdi 375 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1972 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Fiat | Monteverdi |
| Model | 500 | 375 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2510 mm |
