2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 420 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 1968 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 1968 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Century |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
