2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 856 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7. 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:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1977 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Caterham | Monteverdi |
| Model | 7 | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
