2009 Acura TSX vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 34 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 1073 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, 2009 Acura TSX (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Acura | Sunbeam |
| Model | TSX | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2090 mm |
