1998 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 1979 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1998 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Inca Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Vauxhall Astra (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 183 kg more than 1979 Vauxhall Astra.
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, 1998 Seat Inca Kombi (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Vauxhall Astra. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Inca Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Seat Inca Kombi | 1979 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Inca Kombi | Astra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 855 kg |
