2005 Acura RSX vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2005 Acura RSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RSX weights approximately 541 kg more than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Acura RSX (194 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Acura | Sunbeam |
| Model | RSX | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2090 mm |
