1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8
To start off, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 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 359 more horse power than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 | |
Make | Monteverdi | Volvo |
Model | Hai 450 | PV 544 1.8 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6974 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 586 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 45 L |