1979 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. 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, 1979 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1996 Seat Inca Kombi | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | CX | Inca Kombi |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1035 kg |
