Alfa Romeo 155 167 2.0 Twin Spark 16V (150 Hp)
Alfa Romeo 155:
The Alfa Romeo 155 is a compact executive car produced by Italian automobile manufacturer Alfa Romeo between 1992 and 1998. It was unveiled in January 1992 at Barcelona, with the first public launch in March 1992, at the Geneva Motor Show. A total of 195,526 units were made before it was replaced by the 156.
Developed to replace the 75 and based on the parent company Fiat Group's Tipo Tre platform, the 155 was somewhat larger in dimension than the 75 and had evolved styling from that of its predecessor. The 155 was designed by Italian design house I. DE. A Institute. An exceptional drag coefficient of 0. 29 was achieved with the body design. The boxy design of the 155 allowed for a big boot space of 525 L....(Read more on Wikipedia)
167 Overview:
Alfa Romeo 155 (167). With 187 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1415 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.4 s). The top speed reaches 224 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 (150 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 8.4 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 8.3 L/100 km for its class.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 525 Liters.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(167: 1993 - 1997).
| General: |
| Brand: | Alfa Romeo |
| Model: | 155 |
| Generation: | 167 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 Twin Spark 16V (150 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 76.1 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 187 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | AR 67204 More details about the engine AR 67204 |
| Engine displacement: | 1970 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.4 l |
| Coolant: | 8.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 91 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.3 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 224 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.4 kg/Hp, 106 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.6 kg/Nm, 132.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1415 |
| Max. weight: | 1840 |
| Max load: | 425 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 525 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 63 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4443 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1730 mm mm [30mm more] |
| Height: | 1440 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2450 mm mm [90mm less] |
| Front track: | 1493 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1427 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11 m [above average] |
| 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, 284 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc, 240 mm [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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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 205/45 R16 |
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| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16 |
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| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
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| Rear suspension | Trailing arm |
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