2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1998 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 11 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Inca Kombi (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Inca Kombi should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 42 kg more than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi.
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 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Inca Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1998 Seat Inca Kombi | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Kalina | Inca Kombi |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1038 kg |
