1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (391 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 120 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450.
Because 1970 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 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema, 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 Hai 450 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Lancia | Monteverdi |
| Model | Thema | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
