1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, both 1977 Fiat 131 and 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1977 Fiat 131. 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:
1977 Fiat 131 | 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
Make | Fiat | Monteverdi |
Model | 131 | Hai 450 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |