1972 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 2002 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Inca Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Inca Kombi (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Inca Kombi should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 357 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Seat Inca Kombi (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Inca Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 2002 Seat Inca Kombi | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | Inca Kombi |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1035 kg |
