1996 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 2003 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 2003 Seat Inca Kombi | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | Inca Kombi |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1035 kg |
