1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 37 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 231 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 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 High Speed 375. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa, 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 High Speed 375 (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Opel |
| Model | High Speed 375 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 45 L |
