1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 (380 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. 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, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Nova | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Monteverdi |
| Model | Nova | Hai 375 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 272 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
