1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1958 Peugeot 203. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Peugeot |
| Model | Hai 450 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 50 L |
