1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1955 Simca Vedette
To start off, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Vedette would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1955 Simca Vedette. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1955 Simca Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 1955 Simca Vedette | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Simca |
| Model | Hai 450 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
