Alfa Romeo 147 (facelift 2004) 3-doors 1.9 JTD (101 Hp)


Alfa Romeo 147:

The Alfa Romeo 147 is a small family car produced by the Italian automaker Alfa Romeo from 2000 to 2010. The 147 was voted European Car of the Year in 2001.
The 147 was launched at the Turin Motor Show in June 2000 as a replacement for the Alfa Romeo 145 and 146 hatchbacks and is based on the running gear of the larger 156 saloon. It was sold with 1. 6, 2. 0, and 3. 2-liter petrol engines, and a 1. 9-liter diesel engine. A paddle-operated Selespeed automatic transmission was available from launch....(Read more on Wikipedia)

(facelift 2004) 3-doors Overview:

Alfa Romeo 147 ((facelift 2004) 3-doors). With 199 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.8 l/100km). Weighing only 1270 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.1 s). The top speed reaches 183 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:

  • • Adequate and balanced power output (150 hp) for versatile driving.
  • • Respectable acceleration of 9.3 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.

Cons:

  • • Relatively high fuel consumption: 8.9 L/100 km combined.
  • • Compact cargo space (292 L); may require careful packing.
  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(5-doors: 2003 - 2004).

General:
Brand:Alfa Romeo
Model:147
Generation:(facelift 2004) 3-doors
Modification (Engine):1.9 JTD (101 Hp)
Start of production:2004
End of production:2005
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:3
Engine:
Power:101 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:52.9 Hp/l [53mm more]
Torque:199 Nm @ 2000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:192 B1.000 More details about the engine 192 B1.000
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:7.2 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:12.1 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:12.1 sec
Maximum speed:183 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:12.6 kg/Hp, 79.5 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:6.4 kg/Nm, 156.7 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:11.5 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1270
Max. weight:1790
Max load:520
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1042 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:292 l
Fuel tank capacity:60 l
Size:
Length:4223 mm mm [53mm more]
Width:1729 mm mm [Same width.]
Height:1442 mm mm [3mm more]
Wheelbase:2546 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1518 mm
Rear (Back) track:1502 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):120 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 brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size185/65 R15
Wheel rims size15

If you could change one thing about the Alfa Romeo 147, what would it be?