Alfa Romeo 145 930 1.7 I.E. 16V (129 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 148 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.8 l/100km). Weighing only 1265 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.8 s). The top speed reaches 200 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 (129 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Respectable acceleration of 9.8 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
  • • Balanced fuel consumption of 8.5 L/100 km for its class.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
  • • Standard trunk space (320 L) suitable for daily needs.

Cons:

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


Specifications:

General:
Brand:Alfa Romeo
Model:145
Generation:930
Modification (Engine):1.7 I.E. 16V (129 Hp)
Start of production:1994
End of production:1996
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:3
Engine:
Power:129 Hp @ 6500 rpm.
Power per litre:75.4 Hp/l
Torque:148 Nm @ 4300 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:33.401
Engine displacement:1712
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Boxer
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine oil capacity:4 l
Coolant:7.8 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:87 mm mm
Piston Stroke:72 mm mm
Compression ratio:10:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:10.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:6.3 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:8.5 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:9.8 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:9.8 sec
Maximum speed:200 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:9.8 kg/Hp, 102 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:8.5 kg/Nm, 117 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:9.3 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1265
Max. weight:1715
Max load:450
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1130 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:320 l
Fuel tank capacity:51 l
Size:
Length:4093 mm mm
Width:1712 mm mm
Height:1427 mm mm
Wheelbase:2540 mm mm
Front track:1472 mm
Rear (Back) track:1441 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
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size185/60 R14
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionTrailing arm

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