1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450

To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Citroen Visa 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
Make Citroen Monteverdi
Model Visa Hai 450
Year Released 1983 1973
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 651 cc 6974 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 444 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 50 Nm 586 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1100 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2520 mm


 

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