Alfa Romeo 147 (facelift 2004) 3-doors 1.6 Twin Spark (120 Hp)
Alfa Romeo 147:
The Alfa Romeo 147 is a small family car produced by the Italian automaker Alfa Romeo from 2000 to 2010. The 147 was voted European Car of the Year in 2001.
The 147 was launched at the Turin Motor Show in June 2000 as a replacement for the Alfa Romeo 145 and 146 hatchbacks and is based on the running gear of the larger 156 saloon. It was sold with 1. 6, 2. 0, and 3. 2-liter petrol engines, and a 1. 9-liter diesel engine. A paddle-operated Selespeed automatic transmission was available from launch....(Read more on Wikipedia)
(facelift 2004) 3-doors Overview:
Alfa Romeo 147 ((facelift 2004) 3-doors). With 146 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.2 l/100km). Weighing only 1220 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.6 s). The top speed reaches 195 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.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (150 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 9.3 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 8.9 L/100 km combined.
- • Compact cargo space (292 L); may require careful packing.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(5-doors: 2003 - 2004).
| General: |
| Brand: | Alfa Romeo |
| Model: | 147 |
| Generation: | (facelift 2004) 3-doors |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 Twin Spark (120 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2004 |
| End of production: | 2010 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 120 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 75.1 Hp/l [53mm more] |
| Torque: | 146 Nm @ 4200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | AR 32104 More details about the engine AR 32104 |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| 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: | 4.4 l |
| Coolant: | 7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75.65 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.3:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 195 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.2 kg/Hp, 98.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.4 kg/Nm, 119.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.1 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1220 |
| Max. weight: | 1720 |
| Max. roof load: | 50 kg |
| Max load: | 500 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1042 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 292 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1300 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 400 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 60 kg |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4223 mm mm [53mm more] |
| Width: | 1729 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1442 mm mm [3mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2546 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1892 mm |
| Front track: | 1509-1518 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1494-1502 mm |
| Front overhang: | 946 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 731 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 120 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.5 m [above average] |
| 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 | Ventilated discs, 284 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc, 251 mm [above average] |
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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 | 185/65 R15; 195/60 R15; 205/55 R16; 215/45 R17 |
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| Wheel rims size | 6J x 15; 6.5J x 15; 6.5J x 16; 7J x 17 |
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| Front suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
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| Rear suspension | McPherson, Transverse stabilizer |
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