1959 MG MGA 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 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA 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 138 kg more than 1959 MG MGA.

Because 1959 MG MGA 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 MG MGA. 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, 1959 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi.

Compare all specifications:

1959 MG MGA 1998 Seat Inca Kombi
Make MG Seat
Model MGA Inca Kombi
Year Released 1959 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1588 cc 1391 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 107 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 1038 kg


 

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