2006 Acura RSX vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 2000. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RSX weights approximately 104 kg more than 1966 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Acura RSX (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | RSX | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
