2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 43 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
| Model | Malibu | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 24 L |
