1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1964 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Sabre Six 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) has 283 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Reliant |
| Model | Hai 450 | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 38 L |
