1957 DKW 3-6 Monza vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 15 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 233 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 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 | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
Make | DKW | Fiat |
Model | 3-6 Monza | 124 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 116 HP |
Torque | 76 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 733 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |