Seat Cordoba I 1.9 D (64 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)

I Overview:

Seat Cordoba (I). With 124 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.9 l/100km). Weighing only 1050 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 17.1 s). The top speed reaches 157 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Efficiency-focused engine (64 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 17.1 sec).
  • • Exceptional fuel efficiency: 5.5 L/100 km.
  • • 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(II: October, 2002 - November, 2008).

General:
Brand:Seat
Model:Cordoba
Generation:I
Modification (Engine):1.9 D (64 Hp)
Start of production:September, 1993
End of production:June, 1999
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:64 Hp @ 4400 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:33.8 Hp/l [136mm less]
Torque:124 Nm @ 2000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:1Y More details about the engine 1Y
Engine displacement:1896
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Precombustion chamber injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:OHC
Engine oil capacity:4.5 l
Coolant:6.6 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:79.5 mm mm
Piston Stroke:95.5 mm mm
Compression ratio:22.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Diesel
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:7.9 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:4.6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:5.5 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:17.1 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:17.1 sec
Maximum speed:157 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:16.4 kg/Hp, 61 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:8.5 kg/Nm, 118.1 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:16.2 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1050
Max. weight:1510
Max load:460
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:762 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:455 l
Fuel tank capacity:52 l
Size:
Length:4144 mm mm [136mm less]
Width:1640 mm mm [58mm less]
Height:1424 mm mm [17mm less]
Wheelbase:2443 mm mm [17mm less]
Front track:1430 mm
Rear (Back) track:1394 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size175/70 R13; 185/60 R14
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionSuspension with traction connecting levers

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