1998 Lotus Elise vs. 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 576 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus Elise | 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Lotus | Monteverdi |
| Model | Elise | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
