2003 Acura RSX vs. 2001 Caterham Beaulieu
To start off, 2003 Acura RSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Caterham Beaulieu would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura RSX weights approximately 741 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Caterham Beaulieu 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 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX, 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, 2003 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | |
| Make | Acura | Caterham |
| Model | RSX | Beaulieu |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |
