1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2000 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 2000 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Inca Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 493 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Because 1957 Fairthorpe Electron 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 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Seat Inca Kombi (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Inca Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2000 Seat Inca Kombi | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Seat |
Model | Electron | Inca Kombi |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1035 kg |