1957 DKW 3-6 Monza vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1962 Skoda Octavia is newer by 5 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza (49 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 237 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, 1962 Skoda Octavia (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Skoda Octavia 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 | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | DKW | Skoda |
| Model | 3-6 Monza | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 733 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |
