1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza
To start off, 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 90 (85 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 587 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza | |
| Make | Austin | DKW |
| Model | A 90 | 3-6 Monza |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
