Alfa Romeo 145 930 1.4 I.E. (90 Hp)


Alfa Romeo 145:

The Alfa Romeo 145 and the Alfa Romeo 146 are small family cars produced by Italian automobile manufacturer Alfa Romeo between 1994 and 2000. The 145 is a three-door hatchback and was launched at the 1994 Turin Motor Show, while the 146 is a five-door hatchback, launched in 1995 to replace the Alfa Romeo 33.
The 145 and 146 share exterior and interior components from the B-pillar forwards. A total of 221,037 145s and 233,295 146s were built.
Development of Tipo 930, the replacement for the ageing 33 in the competitive family hatchback market, lasted four years. The first offspring of the project, the three door 145, made its début on static display at the April 1994 Turin Motor Show and then at the Paris Motor Show in July; a simultaneous European commercial launch was planned for 9 September, but it was delayed until October....(Read more on Wikipedia)

930 Overview:

Alfa Romeo 145 (930). With 115 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1147 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.5 s). The top speed reaches 178 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:

  • • Efficiency-focused engine (90 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 12 sec).
  • • Standard trunk space (320 L) suitable for daily needs.
  • • 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:

General:
Brand:Alfa Romeo
Model:145
Generation:930
Modification (Engine):1.4 I.E. (90 Hp)
Start of production:1994
End of production:1996
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:3
Engine:
Power:90 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power per litre:66.6 Hp/l
Torque:115 Nm @ 4400 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:33.501
Engine displacement:1351
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Boxer
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine oil capacity:4 l
Coolant:8.4 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:80 mm
Piston Stroke:67.2 mm
Compression ratio:9.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:12.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:6.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:8.8 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:12.5 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:12.5 sec
Maximum speed:178 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:12.7 kg/Hp, 78.5 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:10 kg/Nm, 100.3 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:11.9 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1147
Max. weight:1670
Max load:523
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1130 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:320 l
Fuel tank capacity:51 l
Size:
Length:4093 mm
Width:1712 mm
Height:1427 mm
Wheelbase:2540 mm
Front track:1472 mm
Rear (Back) track:1441 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):120 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):10.3 m
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDrum
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size175/65 R14
Wheel rims size14
Front suspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspensionIndependent coil spring

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