Seat Cordoba Coupe I 1.6 MPi (75 Hp)
Seat Cordoba:
The SEAT Córdoba is the saloon, estate and coupé version of the SEAT Ibiza supermini car, built by the Spanish automaker SEAT. It was manufactured between 1993 and 2008, and was related to the second and third generations of the Ibiza.
The first-generation Córdoba was presented at the 1993 Frankfurt Motor Show and launched that summer. Designed by Italian Giorgetto Giugiaro, it was based on the chassis of the SEAT Ibiza Mk2. Its 1. 4, 1. 6, 1. 8 and 2. 0-litre petrol engines were also found in the Volkswagen Polo and Ibiza, as was the 1. 9 TDI....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Coupe I Overview:
Seat Cordoba (Coupe I). With 135 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.3 l/100km). Weighing only 1035 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.2 s). The top speed reaches 167 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (101 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 10.9 sec).
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Standard trunk space (455 L) suitable for daily needs.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: March, 1999 - 1999).
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| Brand: | Seat |
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| Model: | Cordoba |
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| Generation: | Coupe I |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 MPi (75 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | May, 1997 |
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| End of production: | December, 1998 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Coupe |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 3 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 4600 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 46.9 Hp/l [Same length.] |
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| Torque: | 135 Nm @ 2800 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | AEE More details about the engine AEE |
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| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | OHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
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| Coolant: | 4.2 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 76.5 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 86.9 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.3 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.2 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.2 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 167 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.8 kg/Hp, 72.5 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.7 kg/Nm, 130.4 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.5 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1035 |
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| Max. weight: | 1495 |
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| Max load: | 460 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 762 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 455 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4144 mm mm [Same length.] |
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| Width: | 1640 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1424 mm mm [Same height.] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2433 mm mm [10mm less] |
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| Front track: | 1430 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1394 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 185/60 R15 |
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| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
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| Rear suspension | Suspension with traction connecting levers |
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