1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 40 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 201 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 175 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Because 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 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 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Honda |
| Model | Hai 450 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 70 L |
