1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1968 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Zastava 1300 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) has 391 more horse power than 1968 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1968 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1968 Zastava 1300. 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 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 1968 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Zastava |
| Model | Hai 450 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
