1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 160 kg more than 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Toyota |
| Model | Hai 450 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6972 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 80 L |
