2001 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 1977 Toyota Carina

To start off, 2001 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 40 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.

Because 1977 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Inca Kombi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Inca Kombi.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Seat Inca Kombi 1977 Toyota Carina
Make Seat Toyota
Model Inca Kombi Carina
Year Released 2001 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1391 cc 1586 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 107 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1035 kg 995 kg


 

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