1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk vs. 1999 Honda Passport
To start off, 1999 Honda Passport is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Because 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk 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 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Passport, 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, 1999 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk | 1999 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Studebaker | Honda |
| Model | Silver Hawk | Passport |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3050 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
