1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 40 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 170 more horse power than 2013 Honda Crosstour. (274 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Crosstour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 555 kg more than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Because 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour will offer significantly more control. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Crosstour. 2013 Honda Crosstour 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. 2013 Honda Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Honda |
| Model | Hai 450 | Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1898 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 70 L |
