1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 6,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. 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:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Mazda | Monteverdi |
| Model | Luce | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 125 L |
