2003 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Inca Kombi would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Inca Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Inca Kombi | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Seat | Mini |
| Model | Inca Kombi | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1225 kg |
