Automotive Landscape of 1951
A look at models launched in 1951
- Feb 27: Chrysler Introduces the FirePower Hemi – Chrysler unveils its groundbreaking 331 cubic-inch FirePower V8 engine, popularly known as the "Hemi," sparking a massive horsepower race across the American automotive landscape.
- Apr 11: UNIVAC and Early Auto Computing – Large industrial manufacturers begin exploring early electronic data processing for inventory and production scheduling, bridging computing technology with heavy automotive manufacturing.
- Jul 16: Hudson Hornet Dominates Stock Car Racing – The Hudson Hornet makes its presence felt on American racing circuits, utilizing a low center of gravity and a potent inline-six engine to dominate early stock car racing competitions.
- Sep 8: Japanese Automotive Industry Rebuilds – Following post-war recovery treaties, Japanese automakers such as Toyota and Nissan resume independent commercial vehicle production, laying the foundational engineering base for future global exports.
US
Willys Jeep
CJ-3A
POWER
60 HP
RARITY
132,000 Sold
US
Kaiser Henry J
Compact
POWER
80 HP
RARITY
82,000 Sold
US
Buick Roadmaster
Riviera
POWER
170 HP
RARITY
66,000 Sold
US
Chrysler New Yorker
V8 Sedan
POWER
180 HP
RARITY
60,000 Sold
US
Hudson Hornet
Twin H-Power Sedan
POWER
170 HP
RARITY
43,656 Sold
US
Hudson Hornet
Sedan
POWER
170 HP
RARITY
43,000 Sold
EUROPE
Simca Aronde
Berline
POWER
45 HP
RARITY
700,000 Sold
EUROPE
Fiat 1400
Berlina
POWER
44 HP
RARITY
12,000 Sold
EUROPE
Porsche 356
1300 Coupe
POWER
44 HP
RARITY
1,100 Sold
EUROPE
Ferrari 212 Inter
Ghia/Pininfarina Coupe
POWER
170 HP
RARITY
Very Rare
EUROPE
Jaguar C-Type
XK120-C
POWER
205 HP
RARITY
Very Rare
ASIA
Toyota Land Cruiser
BJ Series
POWER
75 HP
RARITY
Very Rare