2005 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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 292 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 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) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Honda | Monteverdi |
| Model | Civic | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 130 L |
