1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 39 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 265 more horse power than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450.
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, 2012 Toyota RAV4, 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4. 2012 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 has manual transmission. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Monteverdi | Toyota |
Model | Hai 450 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 586 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 60 L |