1979 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Capri (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 15 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri.

Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Capri. 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, 1979 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Ford Capri 1996 Seat Inca Kombi
Make Ford Seat
Model Capri Inca Kombi
Year Released 1979 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2294 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 112 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 60.1 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1090 kg 1105 kg