2000 Mazda Protege vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 (380 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 185 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375.
Because 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 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 375. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Protege, 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 375 (651 Nm) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege. 2000 Mazda Protege has automatic transmission and 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 has manual transmission. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Protege will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Protege | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 375 | |
| Make | Mazda | Monteverdi |
| Model | Protege | Hai 375 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 272 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
