2009 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 13 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1996 Seat Inca Kombi | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A3 | Inca Kombi |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1105 kg |
