Alfa Romeo 155 167 2.5 TD (125 Hp)
Alfa Romeo 155:
The Alfa Romeo 155 is a compact executive car produced by Italian automobile manufacturer Alfa Romeo between 1992 and 1998. It was unveiled in January 1992 at Barcelona, with the first public launch in March 1992, at the Geneva Motor Show. A total of 195,526 units were made before it was replaced by the 156.
Developed to replace the 75 and based on the parent company Fiat Group's Tipo Tre platform, the 155 was somewhat larger in dimension than the 75 and had evolved styling from that of its predecessor. The 155 was designed by Italian design house I. DE. A Institute. An exceptional drag coefficient of 0. 29 was achieved with the body design. The boxy design of the 155 allowed for a big boot space of 525 L....(Read more on Wikipedia)
167 Overview:
Alfa Romeo 155 (167). With 294 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.6 l/100km). With a weight of 1340 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.4 s). The top speed reaches 195 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 (90 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 13.5 sec).
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 525 Liters.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(167: 1992 - 1996).
| General: |
| Brand: | Alfa Romeo |
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| Model: | 155 |
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| Generation: | 167 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 TD (125 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1993 |
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| End of production: | 1997 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 125 Hp @ 4200 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 50 Hp/l [Same length.] |
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| Torque: | 294 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | VM 07 B, VM 31 B More details about the engine VM 07 B, VM 31 B |
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| Engine displacement: | 2500 |
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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: | Precombustion chamber injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
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| Valvetrain: | OHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 6.3 l |
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| Coolant: | 11 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 92 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 94 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 21:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.6 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.5 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.2 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.4 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.4 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 195 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.7 kg/Hp, 93.3 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.6 kg/Nm, 219.4 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.9 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1340 |
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| Max. weight: | 1820 |
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| Max load: | 480 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 525 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 63 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4443 mm mm [Same length.] |
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| Width: | 1700 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1440 mm mm [Same height.] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2540 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1477 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1402 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 | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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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 | 205/50 R15 |
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| Front suspension | Wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Trailing arm |
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