1957 DKW 3-6 Monza vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona is newer by 21 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (90 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 357 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.
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, 1978 Toyota Corona (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona 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 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | 3-6 Monza | Corona |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 733 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
