1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375
To start off, both 1970 Citroen Ami and 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 (380 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1970 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 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 375. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Citroen Ami, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 | |
| Make | Citroen | Monteverdi |
| Model | Ami | Hai 375 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
