1971 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza
To start off, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 14 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 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte (67 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza weights approximately 63 kg more than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
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, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Daihatsu Consorte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Daihatsu Consorte | 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Consorte | 3-6 Monza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2360 mm |
