2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1956 Chrysler C
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Chrysler C 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 1956 Chrysler C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR, 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, 1956 Chrysler C (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (222 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1956 Chrysler C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | HHR | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 5801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3210 mm |
