1980 Alfa Romeo 179 vs. 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375

To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo 179 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (390 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (586 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179. (177 Nm). This means 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo 179.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Alfa Romeo 179 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375
Make Alfa Romeo Monteverdi
Model 179 High Speed 375
Year Released 1980 1967
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 6974 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 132 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 177 Nm 586 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 1 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1680 kg
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 125 L


 

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