1973 Honda Life vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1973 Honda Life is newer by 3 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 361 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Honda Life, 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 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Life | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Honda | Monteverdi |
| Model | Life | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 130 L |
