Alfa Romeo GTV 1998 1.7 petrol description
Coupe Alfa Romeo GTV 1998 1.8 T.Spark 16V has been produced from June, 1998 to January, 2001. 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 GTV 1.7 engine oil type is 10W-40 and oil capacity is 4.4 litres.
Alfa Romeo GTV 1998 1.8 T.Spark 16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Alfa Romeo GTV 1998 1.8 T.Spark 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 210 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Alfa Romeo GTV 1998 1.8 T.Spark 16V in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.9 litres per 100km (11.2 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Alfa Romeo GTV 1998 - 2003 version, fuel consumption in city - 12.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1060 kilometers on highway.
Alfa Romeo GTV 1998 1.8 T.Spark 16V technical data
| Model: | Alfa Romeo GTV 1.8 T.Spark 16V | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Coupe | ||
| Production period: | 1998. June ... 2001. January | ||
| Engine: | 1747 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 213 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: | 210 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.2 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.9 (combined) 12.9 (urban) 6.5 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.28m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.32m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 110 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1600 kg | ||
Alfa Romeo GTV 1998 1.8 T.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 GTV 1998 1.8 T.Spark 16V oil type | 10W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 4.4 litres (4.7 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 145 Alfa Romeo Spider |
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All Alfa Romeo GTV coupe [1998 - 2003] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
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Alfa Romeo GTV 1998 1.7 1.8 T.Spark 16V
Jun 1998 — Jan 2001 Most fuel efficient version |
1.7 Petrol | 144 HP | 8.9 l/100km |
| Alfa Romeo GTV 2001 2.0 T.Spark 16V Jan 2001 — Aug 2002 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.2 l/100km |
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Alfa Romeo GTV 2002 2.0 T.Spark 16V
Aug 2002 — Jun 2003 Most fuel efficient version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.2 l/100km |
| Alfa Romeo GTV 1998 2.0 T.Spark 16V Jun 1998 — Jan 2001 | 2.0 Petrol | 155 HP | 9.2 l/100km |
| Alfa Romeo GTV 1998 2.0 V6 TB Jun 1998 — Jan 2001 | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 10.8 l/100km |
| Alfa Romeo GTV 2001 3.0 V6 24V Jan 2001 — Aug 2002 | 3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 11.7 l/100km |
| Alfa Romeo GTV 2002 3.0 V6 24V Aug 2002 — Jun 2003 | 3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 11.7 l/100km |
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Alfa Romeo GTV 1998 3.0 V6 24V
Jun 1998 — Jan 2001 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 220 HP | 11.7 l/100km |