1981 Honda Ballade vs. 1999 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 1999 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Inca Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 250 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade.
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, 1981 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Ballade | 1999 Seat Inca Kombi | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Ballade | Inca Kombi |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1035 kg |
