1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1959 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley One-Point-Five 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 382 more horse power than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. 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 | 1959 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Riley |
| Model | Hai 450 | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2190 mm |
