Alfa Romeo Spider 115 1.6 (109 Hp)
Alfa Romeo Spider:
The Alfa Romeo Spider is a two-seater, front-engined, rear-drive roadster manufactured and marketed by Alfa Romeo from 1966 to 1994 in four distinct generations, or "series", each with modifications ranging from modest to extensive.
As successor to the Giulia Spider, the Spider remained in production for almost three decades. The first three series were assembled by Pininfarina in Grugliasco and the fourth series in San Giorgio Canavese. The last Spider of that series was manufactured in April 1993—the last rear-wheel drive Alfa Romeo before the Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione of 2007....(Read more on Wikipedia)
115 Overview:
Alfa Romeo Spider (115). With 137 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1240 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.3 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (109 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 11.3 sec).
- • Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 9.7 L/100 km combined.
- • Compact cargo space (300 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(105: 1968 - 1969).
| General: |
| Brand: | Alfa Romeo |
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| Model: | Spider |
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| Generation: | 115 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (109 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1971 |
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| End of production: | 1979 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Cabriolet |
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| Seats: | 2 |
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| Doors: | 2 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 109 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 69.6 Hp/l [10mm more] |
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| Torque: | 137 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | AR 00536 More details about the engine AR 00536 |
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| Engine displacement: | 1567 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 78 mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 82 mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.6 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.6 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.7 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.3 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.3 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.4 kg/Hp, 87.9 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.1 kg/Nm, 110.5 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.7 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1240 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 500 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 300 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 46 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4260 mm [10mm more] |
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| Width: | 1630 mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1290 mm [Same height.] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2250 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1325 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1275 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Disc |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 185/70 R14 |
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| Front suspension | Coil spring |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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