They dont build em like they used to

For some time, Dad had a 55 Nash Rambler for a "work car." If anything it was worst than the Ambassador because it was much smaller and lighter



The other thing to remember, regardless of wheel design, is that there was a SOLID STEEL steering shaft going to the FRAME MOUNTED steering box, often "right out there" in front. No "crush" stuff. A javelin, aimed right at YOU