1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375
To start off, 1984 Honda Prelude is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 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 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude, 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, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Prelude | 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | |
Make | Honda | Monteverdi |
Model | Prelude | High Speed 375 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1827 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 125 L |