1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2002 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 2002 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Inca Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 235 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Seat Inca Kombi (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Inca Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2002 Seat Inca Kombi | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Charmant | Inca Kombi |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1035 kg |