Hudson Hornet
Hudson Hornet — 1951–1957, 2-door coupe; 2-door sedan; 4-door sedan; 2-door hardtop; 2-door convertible, 308 CID I6. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.
About the Hudson Hornet
Hudson Hornet is a 2-door coupe; 2-door sedan; 4-door sedan; 2-door hardtop; 2-door convertible in the full-size car; muscle car class, with source data covering 1951–1957. The available vehicle data lists 308 CID I6 as an engine configuration, paired with 3-speed manual; 3-speed manual with overdrive; Hydramatic automatic (General Motors) automatic 1954 only (Borg Warner) and a FR layout layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.
This Hudson Hornet guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 308 CID I6 and 3-speed manual; 3-speed manual with overdrive; Hydramatic automatic (General Motors) automatic 1954 only (Borg Warner) transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.
Hudson Hornet specifications at a glance
Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.
| Make | Hudson |
|---|---|
| Model | Hornet |
| Model years | 1951–1957 |
| Body style | 2-door coupe; 2-door sedan; 4-door sedan; 2-door hardtop; 2-door convertible |
| Vehicle class | Full-size car; Muscle car |
| Manufacturer | Hudson Motor Car Company (1951–1954); American Motors (1954–1957) |
| Production | 1950–1957 |
| Market / country | FI, NL, NZ |
Engine, transmission and performance
Engine information for the Hudson Hornet includes 308 CID I6.. Transmission information includes 3-speed manual; 3-speed manual with overdrive; Hydramatic automatic (General Motors) automatic 1954 only (Borg Warner).. The listed drivetrain/layout is FR layout.
| Engine | 308 CID I6 |
|---|---|
| Transmission | 3-speed manual; 3-speed manual with overdrive; Hydramatic automatic (General Motors) automatic 1954 only (Borg Warner) |
| Drivetrain / layout | FR layout |
Dimensions, weight and practicality
Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.
| Wheelbase | 124 in (3,150 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 208 in (5,283 mm) |
| Width | 77.5 in (1,969 mm) |
| Height | 60 in (1,524 mm) |
| Kerb / curb weight | 3620 lb (1,642 kg) |
Hudson Hornet other specifications
| Image | Hudson Hornet 4-door burgundy.JPG |
|---|---|
| Caption | 1951 Hudson Hornet (4-door sedan) |
| Name | Hudson Hornet |
Hudson Hornet generations and model years
Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.
| Generation / scope | Years | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hudson Hornet | 1951–1957 | Not specified | Not specified | FR layout |
| First generation | 1951–1954 | 308 CID I6 | 3-speed manual; 3-speed manual with overdrive; Hydramatic automatic (General Motors) automatic 1954 only (Borg Warner) | Not specified |
| Second generation | 1955–1957 | 308 CID I6; 320 CID Packard V8 (1955-early-56); 250 CID AMC V8 (late-56); 327 CID AMC V8 (1957) | 3-speed manual; 3-speed manual with overdrive; Hydramatic automatic with I6; Ultramatic automatic with V8 | Not specified |
Hudson Hornet features and equipment
Features shown below are tied to the available source material for this model. Equipment can vary by year, trim and market.
Standard or documented features
Recommended tire pressure for Hudson Hornet
Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.
| Load condition | Front | Rear | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 32 PSI | 30 PSI | Estimate |
| Fully loaded | 34 PSI | 33 PSI | Estimate |
Frequently asked questions about Hudson Hornet
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