Alfa Romeo 145 1999 1.7 Twin Spark 16V
Alfa Romeo 145 1999 1.7 petrol description
Hatchback Alfa Romeo 145 1999 1.7 Twin Spark 16V has been produced from March, 1999 to November, 2000. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.7 litres, which produces power of 144 horsepower on 6500 rpm and torque 169 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 240 000 to 400 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Alfa Romeo 145 1.7 engine oil type is 10W-40 and oil capacity is 4.4 litres.
Alfa Romeo 145 1999 1.7 Twin Spark 16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Alfa Romeo 145 1999 1.7 Twin Spark 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 207 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Alfa Romeo 145 1999 1.7 Twin Spark 16V in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.4 litres per 100km (11.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 11.5 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 61 litres or 16.12 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 920 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Alfa Romeo is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Alfa Romeo 145 fuel consumption.
Alfa Romeo 145 1999 1.7 Twin Spark 16V technical data
| Model: | Alfa Romeo 145 1.7 Twin Spark 16V | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 1999. March ... 2000. November | ||
| Engine: | 1747 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 201 g/km |
| Power: | 144 HP ON 6500 RPM | Torque: | 169 NM ON 3500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 207 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.1 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.4 (combined) 11.5 (urban) 6.6 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.3 l/100km (28.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 litres (16.1 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.06m (length) 1.71m (width) 1.43m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 320 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1130 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1715 kg | ||
Alfa Romeo 145 1999 1.7 Twin Spark 16V engine AR32201
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 400,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 1747 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 82.7 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.3 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Alfa Romeo 145 1999 1.7 Twin Spark 16V oil type | 10W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 4.4 litres (4.7 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 8.4 litres (8.9 quarts) |
| Power | 144 HP ON 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 NM ON 3500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1997 |
| Duration of production | 4 years |
| Engine also used on | Alfa Romeo 156 Alfa Romeo Spider Alfa Romeo GTV |
All Alfa Romeo 145 hatchback [1999 - 2000] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Alfa Romeo 145 1999 1.4 Twin Spark 16V
Mar 1999 — Jan 2000 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 103 HP | 7.9 l/100km |
| Alfa Romeo 145 1999 1.6 Twin Spark 16V | 1.6 Petrol | 120 HP | 8.2 l/100km |
| Alfa Romeo 145 1999 1.7 Twin Spark 16V | 1.7 Petrol | 144 HP | 8.4 l/100km |
| Alfa Romeo 145 1999 1.9 JTD Mar 1999 — Jan 2000 | 1.9 Diesel | 105 HP | 5.7 l/100km |
|
Alfa Romeo 145 1999 2.0 Quadrifoglio
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 155 HP | 8.7 l/100km |