1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1996 Seat Inca Kombi

To start off, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Inca Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 355 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1953 Austin A 30 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 1953 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi, 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, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Inca Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.

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