1997 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 425 kg more than 1966 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, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Malibu | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
| Model | Malibu | 312 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
