Seat Cordoba Vario I (facelift 1999) 1.4 (60 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)
Vario I (facelift 1999) Overview:
Seat Cordoba (Vario I (facelift 1999)). With 116 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.9 l/100km). Weighing only 1020 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 16.4 s). The top speed reaches 155 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. 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 11 sec).
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 8.5 L/100 km for its class.
- • 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): February, 2000 - August, 2002).
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| Brand: | Seat |
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| Model: | Cordoba |
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| Generation: | Vario I (facelift 1999) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 (60 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | January, 1999 |
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| End of production: | August, 2002 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 60 Hp @ 4700 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 43.2 Hp/l [2mm less] |
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| Torque: | 116 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | AKK, ANW, AUD More details about the engine AKK, ANW, AUD |
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| Engine displacement: | 1390 |
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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: | 3.2 l |
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| Coolant: | 5.6 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: | 75.6 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10.7:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.9 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.5 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 16.4 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 16.4 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 155 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 17 kg/Hp, 58.8 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.8 kg/Nm, 113.7 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 15.6 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1020 |
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| Max. weight: | 1480 |
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| Max load: | 460 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1250 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 350 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4163 mm mm [2mm less] |
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| Width: | 1640 mm mm [5mm less] |
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| Height: | 1433 mm mm [13mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2443 mm mm [2mm less] |
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| Front track: | 1429 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 | 175/70 R13 |
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| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
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| Rear suspension | Suspension with traction connecting levers |
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