1973 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (170 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 804 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (214 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2852 mm |
