1997 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 1958 Talbot 2500

To start off, 1997 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Talbot 2500 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 35 kg more than 1958 Talbot 2500.

Because 1958 Talbot 2500 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 1958 Talbot 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1958 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Seat Inca Kombi 1958 Talbot 2500
Make Seat Talbot
Model Inca Kombi 2500
Year Released 1997 1958
Engine Size 1391 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 107 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1035 kg 1000 kg


 

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