1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 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 354 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Toyota |
| Model | Hai 450 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 42 L |
