1966 Innocenti Mini vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti Mini 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 336 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1966 Innocenti Mini. 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, 1966 Innocenti Mini, 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 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti Mini. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti Mini | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Monteverdi |
| Model | Mini | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 130 L |
