1957 DKW 3-6 Monza vs. 1973 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1973 Peugeot 204 is newer by 16 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 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza (49 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 204. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 132 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, 1973 Peugeot 204, 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, 1973 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Peugeot 204 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 | 1973 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | DKW | Peugeot |
| Model | 3-6 Monza | 204 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 733 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
