1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1996 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi.
Because 1960 Austin A 55 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 1960 Austin A 55. 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, 1960 Austin A 55 (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 55 | 1996 Seat Inca Kombi | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 55 | Inca Kombi |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1035 kg |