1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1998 Seat Inca Kombi

To start off, 1998 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Inca Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 468 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.

Because 1959 Abarth 850 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 1959 Abarth 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Seat Inca Kombi (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Inca Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Abarth 850 1998 Seat Inca Kombi
Make Abarth Seat
Model 850 Inca Kombi
Year Released 1959 1998
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 847 cc 1391 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 107 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 570 kg 1038 kg


 

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