1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (156 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 446 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Malibu | 312 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1406 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
