1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Monteverdi | Mazda |
Model | Hai 450 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1139 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 48 L |