1997 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 14 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 421 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, 2011 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i30 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 | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Seat | Hyundai |
| Model | Inca Kombi | i30 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1456 kg |
