Alfa Romeo 147 (facelift 2004) 5-doors 1.6 Twin Spark (105 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) 5-doors Overview:
Alfa Romeo 147 ((facelift 2004) 5-doors). With 140 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.3 l/100km). Weighing only 1190 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.3 s). The top speed reaches 185 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).
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| Brand: | Alfa Romeo |
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| Model: | 147 |
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| Generation: | (facelift 2004) 5-doors |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 Twin Spark (105 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 2004 |
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| End of production: | 2010 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 105 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 65.7 Hp/l [53mm more] |
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| Torque: | 140 Nm @ 4200 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | AR 37203 More details about the engine AR 37203 |
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| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
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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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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.4 l |
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| Coolant: | 7 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 82 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 75.7 mm 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: | 11.3 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: | 8.2 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: | 185 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.3 kg/Hp, 88.2 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.5 kg/Nm, 117.6 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.7 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1190 |
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| Max. weight: | 1710 |
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| Max load: | 520 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1042 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 292 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4223 mm mm [53mm more] |
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| Width: | 1729 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1442 mm mm [3mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2546 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1518 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1502 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 120 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 | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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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 | 185/65 R15 |
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| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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