1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 1998 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 1998 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Seat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Inca Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Seat Ritmo 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 158 kg more than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
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, 1998 Seat Inca Kombi (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Inca Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 1998 Seat Inca Kombi | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ritmo | Inca Kombi |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1038 kg |
