2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1996 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Inca Kombi would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Inca Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Berlingo (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 53 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Inca Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 1996 Seat Inca Kombi | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Berlingo | Inca Kombi |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1866 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1105 kg |
