Alfa Romeo 156 932, facelift 2003 1.8 16V Twin Spark (140 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 163 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. 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 9.4 s). The top speed reaches 208 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.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(GTA Sport Wagon (932): 2002 - 2007).
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| Brand: | Alfa Romeo |
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| Model: | 156 |
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| Generation: | 932, facelift 2003 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 16V Twin Spark (140 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 2003 |
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| End of production: | 2006 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 140 Hp @ 6500 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 80.1 Hp/l [5mm more] |
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| Torque: | 163 Nm @ 3900 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | AR 32205 More details about the engine AR 32205 |
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| Engine displacement: | 1747 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | OHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.4 l |
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| Coolant: | 6.9 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 82 mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 82.7 mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10.3:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.1 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.4 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.5 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.4 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.4 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 208 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9 kg/Hp, 110.7 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.8 kg/Nm, 128.9 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.9 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1265 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 378 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 63 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4435 mm [5mm more] |
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| Width: | 1743 mm [2mm less] |
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| Height: | 1430 mm [10mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2595 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1519 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1506 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 185/65 R15 |
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| Wheel rims size | 6J x 15 |
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| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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