1999 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Inca Kombi would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1999 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 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Inca Kombi | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Seat | Audi |
| Model | Inca Kombi | A3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1505 kg |
