1991 Honda CRX vs. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 18 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 294 more horse power than 1991 Honda CRX. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1991 Honda CRX. 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, 1991 Honda CRX, 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) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda CRX | 1973 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Honda | Monteverdi |
| Model | CRX | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
