1998 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 87 kg more than 1998 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 Toyota Carina (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Seat Inca Kombi | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Inca Kombi | Carina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1125 kg |
