Alfa Romeo 75 162 B, facelift 1988 1.8 i.e. (122 Hp)


Alfa Romeo 75:

The Alfa Romeo 75 , sold in North America as the Milano, is a compact executive car produced by the Italian automaker Alfa Romeo between 1985 and 1992. The 75 was commercially quite successful: in only three years, 236,907 cars were produced, and by the end of production in 1992, around 386,767 had been built.
The 75 was the last model released before Alfa Romeo was acquired by Fiat.
The 75 was introduced in May 1985 to replace the Giulietta , and was named to celebrate Alfa Romeo's 75th anniversary. The body, designed by head of Centro Stile Alfa Romeo Ermanno Cressoni, was styled in a striking wedge shape, tapering at the front with square headlights and a matching grille....(Read more on Wikipedia)

162 B, facelift 1988 Overview:

Alfa Romeo 75 (162 B, facelift 1988). With 160 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.5 l/100km). Weighing only 1100 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.4 s). The top speed reaches 190 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 (95 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 12.4 sec).
  • • Balanced fuel consumption of 7.5 L/100 km for its class.
  • • Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
  • • Generous trunk capacity of 500 Liters.
  • • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.

Cons:

  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

General:
Brand:Alfa Romeo
Model:75
Generation:162 B, facelift 1988
Modification (Engine):1.8 i.e. (122 Hp)
Start of production:1985
End of production:1989
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:122 Hp @ 5500 rpm.
Power per litre:68.6 Hp/l
Torque:160 Nm @ 4000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:062.02
Engine displacement:1779
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:OHC
Engine oil capacity:5.6 l
Coolant:8 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:80 mm
Piston Stroke:88.5 mm
Compression ratio:9.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:10.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:6.9 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:8.8 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:10.4 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:10.4 sec
Maximum speed:190 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:9 kg/Hp, 110.9 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:6.9 kg/Nm, 145.5 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:9.9 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1100
Max. weight:1525
Max. roof load:80 kg
Max load:425
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:500 l
Fuel tank capacity:49 l
Permitted towbar download:60 kg
Size:
Length:4330 mm
Width:1630 mm
Height:1400 mm
Wheelbase:2510 mm
Front track:1368 mm
Rear (Back) track:1358 mm
Front overhang:825 mm
Rear overhang:995 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):120 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):10.9 m
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesDisc
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size195/60 R14
Wheel rims size6.5J x 14

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