1998 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 28 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 286 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Honda Civic, 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 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Honda | Monteverdi |
| Model | Civic | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1100 mm |
