1975 Ford Capri vs. 1998 Seat Inca Kombi

To start off, 1998 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Capri (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Capri 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 15 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri.

Because 1975 Ford Capri 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 1975 Ford Capri. 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, 1975 Ford Capri (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Ford Capri 1998 Seat Inca Kombi
Make Ford Seat
Model Capri Inca Kombi
Year Released 1975 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1593 cc 1391 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 88 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 107 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1023 kg 1038 kg


 

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