1954 Citroen 15 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 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Citroen 15 (76 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 592 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.
Because 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | 15 | 3-6 Monza |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2360 mm |
