1957 DKW 3-6 Monza vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1959 Volvo 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Volvo 120 (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volvo 120 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Volvo 120 (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1957 DKW 3-6 Monza | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | DKW | Volvo |
Model | 3-6 Monza | 120 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 76 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 733 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |