2005 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Monteverdi 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Monteverdi 375 would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1974 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Honda | Monteverdi |
| Model | Civic | 375 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
