1997 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Inca Kombi would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 649 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Inca Kombi | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1684 kg |
