1974 Monteverdi 375 vs. 1980 Renault 18
To start off, 1980 Renault 18 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Monteverdi 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Monteverdi 375 would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1980 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 18.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Monteverdi 375 | 1980 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Renault |
| Model | 375 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7205 cc | 1645 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
