2004 Seat Arosa vs. 1998 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 6 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 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Inca Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Inca Kombi (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Inca Kombi should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 178 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. 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 Seat Inca Kombi (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Inca Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Arosa | 1998 Seat Inca Kombi | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Arosa | Inca Kombi |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1038 kg |
