1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1996 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Inca Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 625 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 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 1968 Fiat 500. 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 (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Inca Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1996 Seat Inca Kombi | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | 500 | Inca Kombi |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1105 kg |