1977 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1951 Hudson Hornet
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Hudson Hornet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Hudson Hornet would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Hudson Hornet weights approximately 190 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Impala.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. 1977 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 1951 Hudson Hornet has manual transmission. 1951 Hudson Hornet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Impala | 1951 Hudson Hornet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hudson |
Model | Impala | Hornet |
Year Released | 1977 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 4810 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 143 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2990 mm |