1974 Abarth 124 vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1974 Abarth 124 is newer by 1 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 318 more horse power than 1974 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1974 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1974 Abarth 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Abarth 124 | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Abarth | Monteverdi |
| Model | 124 | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1290 kg |
