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Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider

General information

ModelAlfa Romeo Giulietta Spider
Year1955
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating61.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1290 ccm (78.72 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1290 ccm (78.72 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power72.7 PS (53 kW or 72 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque112.00 Nm (11.4 kgf-m or 82.6 ft.lbs) at 4250 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke74.0 x 75.0 mm (2.9 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed163.0 km/h (101.3 mph)
0-60 miles13.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0869 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3460 litres (914 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (421.3 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight840 kg (1,851.9 pounds)
Overall length3410 mm (134.3 inches)
Overall width1550 mm (61.0 inches)
Overall height1190 mm (46.9 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2260 mm (89.0 inches)
Fuel capacity71.0 litres (18.76 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originItaly
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