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Alfa Romeo Alfetta GTV 1.8 Twin Spark

General information

ModelAlfa Romeo Alfetta GTV 1.8 Twin Spark
Year1978
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating55.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1747 ccm (106.60 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1747 ccm (106.60 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power146.00 PS (107 kW or 144 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque169.00 Nm (17.2 kgf-m or 124.7 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression10.3:1
Bore x stroke82.0 x 82.7 mm (3.2 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed210.0 km/h (130.5 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1081 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3710 litres (980 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (440.9 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1350 kg (2,976.2 pounds)
Overall length4290 mm (168.9 inches)
Overall width1790 mm (70.5 inches)
Overall height1320 mm (52.0 inches)
Wheelbase2550 mm (100.4 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originItaly
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