2000 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Inca Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Inca Kombi | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Seat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Inca Kombi | 146 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1225 kg |
