1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 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 133 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 791 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
| Model | Malibu | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1406 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 24 L |
