1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari 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 High Speed 375 (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 1998 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Tata |
| Model | High Speed 375 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2660 mm |
