1957 DKW 3-6 Monza vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1961 Fiat 2300 is newer by 4 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 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 502 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 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 | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | DKW | Fiat |
Model | 3-6 Monza | 2300 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
Torque | 76 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 733 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |