1957 DKW 3-6 Monza vs. 1955 Ford Popular
To start off, 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza (49 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Popular weights approximately 2 kg more than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza.
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, 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza | 1955 Ford Popular | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | 3-6 Monza | Popular |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 26 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 733 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2300 mm |
