1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Seat Inca Kombi

To start off, both 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1997 Seat Inca Kombi were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 315 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Alfa Romeo Spider 1997 Seat Inca Kombi
Make Alfa Romeo Seat
Model Spider Inca Kombi
Year Released 1997 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 1391 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 144 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 169 Nm 107 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1035 kg


 

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