1959 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Crash Test
IIHS · Demo · 1 min · 2014 · YouTube title: 1959 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu IIHS crash test
Why it's here
The go-to demonstration in car-safety debates that old cars were not better, showing crumple zones and a rigid passenger cell at work.
What it covers
A one-minute IIHS demonstration crash test of a 1959 Chevrolet Bel Air against a 2009 Chevrolet Malibu, showing how much better the modern car protects its occupants.