1983 Opel Ascona vs. 1996 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Inca Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Ascona 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 115 kg more than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Inca Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Ascona | 1996 Seat Inca Kombi | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Ascona | Inca Kombi |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1035 kg |
