2005 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica

To start off, 2005 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Inca Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Inca Kombi (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Inca Kombi should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 395 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Inca Kombi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Seat Inca Kombi (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Inca Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Inca Kombi has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Inca Kombi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2005 Seat Inca Kombi 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
Make Seat Mitsubishi
Model Inca Kombi Minica
Year Released 2005 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1391 cc 548 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 30 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 107 Nm 42 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1035 kg 640 kg
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1400 mm