1973 Holden UTE vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375
To start off, 1973 Holden UTE is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 (380 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1973 Holden UTE. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden UTE.
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 375 (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden UTE. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden UTE. 1973 Holden UTE has automatic transmission and 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 has manual transmission. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Holden UTE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden UTE | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 | |
| Make | Holden | Monteverdi |
| Model | UTE | Hai 375 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5047 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.8 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 130 L |
