1996 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 1972 Seat 1430

To start off, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Inca Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Seat 1430 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 175 kg more than 1972 Seat 1430.

Because 1972 Seat 1430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Inca Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 1430.

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