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Alfa Romeo 156 1.6 Twin Spark
General information | |
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| Model | Alfa Romeo 156 1.6 Twin Spark |
| Year | 1997 |
| Category | Midsize family cars |
| Rating | 55.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches) |
| Fuel city driving | 11.4 litres/100 km (20.63 miles per gallon) |
| Fuel mixed driving | 8.2 litres/100 km (28.69 miles per gallon) |
| Fuel highway driving | 6.4 litres/100 km (36.75 miles per gallon) |
| Seats | 5 |
| Drive | Front wheels |
| Transmission | Manual, 5-speed |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine location | Front, transverse |
| Displacement | 1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Inline, 4 cylinder |
| Max power | 119.60 PS (88 kW or 118 HP) at 6300 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 145 Nm (14.8 kgf-m or 107.0 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min. |
| Bore x stroke | 82.0 x 75.7 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches) |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Fuel control | Double overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | Manual, 5-speed |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Top speed | 200.0 km/h (124.3 mph) |
| 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) | 10.5 seconds |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0972 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Chassis type | Sedan/saloon |
| Max no. of doors | 4 |
| Passenger space | 4340 litres (1,147 gallons) |
| Cargo space | 378 litres (100 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Turn circle | 11 m (437.0 inches) |
| Front brakes | Disks, 281 mm |
| Rear brakes | Disks, 251 mm |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 1230 kg (2,711.7 pounds) |
| Overall length | 4440 mm (174.8 inches) |
| Overall width | 1750 mm (68.9 inches) |
| Overall height | 1420 mm (55.9 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm (102.4 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 63.0 litres (16.64 gallons) |
