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Renault 19 B/C53) (facelift 1992 1.4 i (60 Hp)
Overall Rating
Renault 19:
The Renault 19 is a small family car that was produced by the French car manufacturer Renault between 1988 and 1996. In Turkey and in Argentina, production continued until 2000. The internal development code for the 19 was X53, with the five door receiving the B53 chassis code, the three door being the C53, the Chamade the L53, and the Cabriolet the D53.
The R19 was presented in June 1988, with sales in the domestic French market beginning in September 1988. It was the replacement for the 9 and 11, both of which were ageing and outdated by the end of the 1980s. The R19 went on sale in right hand drive form for the British market in February 1989....(Read more on Wikipedia)
B/C53) (facelift 1992 Overview:
Renault 19 (B/C53) (facelift 1992). With 102 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.5 l/100km). Weighing only 965 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.8 s). The top speed reaches 162 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.4 i (60 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most basic petrol engine, primarily for urban use, struggling significantly with highway speeds or inclines.
Fuel Economy
Offers the best petrol fuel economy in the lineup, ideal for budget-conscious city driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Comfortable and compliant ride quality, typical of French cars.
- • Wide range of engines, from economical diesels to sporty 16V petrols.
- • Practical hatchback design with decent boot space.
- • Generally good value for money on the used market.
- • Timeless and understated styling post-facelift.
Cons:
- • Interior design and materials can feel dated by modern standards.
- • Some electrical reliability issues reported over time.
- • Basic safety features compared to contemporary vehicles (predates Euro NCAP).
- • Rust can be a concern on older, less well-maintained examples.
- • Lower-powered engines can feel underpowered on highways.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Cabriolet (D53): 1991 - 1992).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | 19 |
| Generation: | B/C53) (facelift 1992 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 i (60 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1992 |
| End of production: | 1996 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3-5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 60 Hp @ 4750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 43.2 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 102 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | C3J More details about the engine C3J |
| Engine displacement: | 1390 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Single-point injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75.8 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 77 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 162 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.1 kg/Hp, 62.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.5 kg/Nm, 105.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 965 |
| Max. weight: | 1420 |
| Max load: | 455 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 865 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 386 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4162 mm mm |
| Width: | 1696 mm mm |
| Height: | 1412 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2544 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1426 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1417 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 165/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 13 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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