1996 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 1979 Seat 127
To start off, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Inca Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 400 kg more than 1979 Seat 127. 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 Seat Inca Kombi (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Inca Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Inca Kombi | 1979 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Inca Kombi | 127 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 705 kg |
