1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1977 Ford Cortina is newer by 2 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 321 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (123 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. 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 Ford Cortina | 1975 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
| Model | Cortina | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
