2009 Ford Ka vs. 1974 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 35 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 272 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 1974 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Ford | Monteverdi |
| Model | Ka | 375 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
