1998 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Inca Kombi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Inca Kombi would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 3 weights approximately 263 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 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 | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Seat | Mazda |
| Model | Inca Kombi | 3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1301 kg |
