1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1996 Mini MK VII
To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Malibu and 1996 Mini MK VII were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Mini MK VII. (96 HP @ 6130 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1996 Mini MK VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 650 kg more than 1996 Mini MK VII. 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 (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mini MK VII. (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mini MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 1996 Mini MK VII | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Malibu | MK VII |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6130 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |
