1957 DKW 3-6 Monza vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1968 Renault 6 is newer by 11 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza (49 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault 6 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza.
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, 1968 Renault 6, 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, 1968 Renault 6 (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Renault 6 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 | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | 3-6 Monza | 6 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 733 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
