1979 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1997 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 1997 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Inca Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Inca Kombi (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Inca Kombi should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 175 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Seat Inca Kombi (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Inca Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1997 Seat Inca Kombi | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Lancer | Inca Kombi |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 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 | 84 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1035 kg |
