1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 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 190 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 230 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Toyota |
| Model | Hai 450 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 50 L |
