1970 Ford Corsair vs. 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 6,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. 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:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
| Model | Corsair | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 6972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
