1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1996 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Inca Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Maestro 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 120 kg more than 1988 Austin Maestro.
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, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Inca Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1996 Seat Inca Kombi | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Maestro | Inca Kombi |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1035 kg |
