Alfa Romeo Spider 939 2.2 JTS (185 Hp) Selespeed
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)
939 Overview:
Alfa Romeo Spider (939). With 230 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1530 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.8 s). The top speed reaches 224 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:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (185 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 8.8 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 9.1 L/100 km combined.
- • Compact cargo space (253 L); may require careful packing.
- • Meets EURO 4 emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(916, facelift 2003: 2003 - 2004).
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| Brand: | Alfa Romeo |
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| Model: | Spider |
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| Generation: | 939 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 2.2 JTS (185 Hp) Selespeed |
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| Start of production: | 2006 |
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| End of production: | 2010 |
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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: | 185 Hp @ 6500 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 84.2 Hp/l [94mm more] |
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| Torque: | 230 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | 939A5000 More details about the engine 939A5000 |
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| Engine displacement: | 2198 |
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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: | Direct injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 5.4 l |
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| Coolant: | 8.15 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 94.6 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 11.3:1 |
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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: | 7.1 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.1 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.8 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.8 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 224 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.3 kg/Hp, 120.9 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.7 kg/Nm, 150.3 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.4 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1530 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 253 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4393 mm mm [94mm more] |
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| Width: | 1830 mm mm [54mm more] |
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| Height: | 1318 mm mm [3mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2528 mm mm [12mm less] |
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| Front track: | 1579 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1559 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.7 m [above average] |
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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 | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
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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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| Tires size | 215/55 R16 |
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| Front suspension | Coil spring |
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| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer |
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