1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 35 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 717 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1957 DKW 3-6 Monza | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | Rally Raid | 3-6 Monza |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2360 mm |
