1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 28 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 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (109 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 517 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DKW |
| Model | 90 | 3-6 Monza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
