Alfa Romeo 156 932, facelift 2003 1.9 JTD (115 Hp)


Alfa Romeo 156:

The Alfa Romeo 156 is a compact executive car produced by the Italian automobile manufacturer Alfa Romeo. It was introduced at the 1997 Frankfurt Motor Show as the replacement for the Alfa Romeo 155. The 156 received a positive reception and in the following year went on to win the 1998 European Car of the Year award. The 156 saloon was discontinued in Europe late in 2005, while the Q4 Crosswagon continued in production until the end of 2007.
Cars were assembled at the Fiat Group factory in Pomigliano d'Arco, Italy and at a General Motors facility in Rayong, Thailand. Production in Thailand began in March 2002 and ran for only a couple of years. The cars produced there were targeted for the Asia-Pacific markets. Between 1996 and 2007, 673,435 units of the 156 were produced....(Read more on Wikipedia)

932, facelift 2003 Overview:

Alfa Romeo 156 (932, facelift 2003). With 275 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.8 l/100km). With a weight of 1305 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.3 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:

  • • Adequate and balanced power output (165 hp) for versatile driving.
  • • Respectable acceleration of 8.2 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
  • • Standard trunk space (360 L) suitable for daily needs.
  • • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.

Cons:

  • • Relatively high fuel consumption: 8.9 L/100 km combined.
  • • Meets EURO 4 emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(932: 2002 - 2003).

General:
Brand:Alfa Romeo
Model:156
Generation:932, facelift 2003
Modification (Engine):1.9 JTD (115 Hp)
Start of production:2003
End of production:2006
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:115 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:60.2 Hp/l [5mm more]
Torque:275 Nm @ 2000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:937 A2.000 More details about the engine 937 A2.000
Engine displacement:1910
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Diesel Commonrail
Engine aspiration:Turbocharger, Intercooler
Engine oil capacity:4.4 l
Coolant:6.1 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:82 mm mm
Piston Stroke:90.4 mm mm
Compression ratio:18.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Diesel
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:7.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:4.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:5.8 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:10.3 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:10.3 sec
Maximum speed:195 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:11.3 kg/Hp, 88.1 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:4.7 kg/Nm, 210.7 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:9.8 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1305
Max. weight:1770
Max load:465
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:378 l
Fuel tank capacity:63 l
Size:
Length:4435 mm mm [5mm more]
Width:1743 mm mm [12mm less]
Height:1430 mm mm [15mm more]
Wheelbase:2595 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1519 mm
Rear (Back) track:1506 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
Tires size185/65 R15
Wheel rims size6J x 15
Front suspensionDouble wishbone
Rear suspensionDouble wishbone

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