Seat Cordoba I 1.8 i 16V (129 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 162 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1080 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.1 s). The top speed reaches 218 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 (129 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Respectable acceleration of 9.1 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
  • • Balanced fuel consumption of 8.3 L/100 km for its class.
  • • 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(Coupe I (facelift 1999): December, 1999 - August, 2002).

General:
Brand:Seat
Model:Cordoba
Generation:I
Modification (Engine):1.8 i 16V (129 Hp)
Start of production:February, 1994
End of production:June, 1996
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:129 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:72.4 Hp/l [56mm less]
Torque:162 Nm @ 4000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:ADL More details about the engine ADL
Engine displacement:1781
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine oil capacity:4 l
Coolant:6.6 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:81 mm
Piston Stroke:86.4 mm
Compression ratio:10.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:8.3 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:9.1 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:9.1 sec
Maximum speed:218 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:8.4 kg/Hp, 119.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:6.7 kg/Nm, 150 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:8.6 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1080
Max. weight:1555
Max load:475
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:802 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:455 l
Fuel tank capacity:47 l
Size:
Length:4109 mm [56mm less]
Width:1640 mm [5mm less]
Height:1408 mm [12mm less]
Wheelbase:2440 mm [5mm less]
Front track:1429 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 brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size185/60 R14
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionSuspension with traction connecting levers

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