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Alfa Romeo 156 1.6 Twin Spark

General information

ModelAlfa Romeo 156 1.6 Twin Spark
Year1997
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating55.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving11.4 litres/100 km (20.63 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving8.2 litres/100 km (28.69 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving6.4 litres/100 km (36.75 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power119.60 PS (88 kW or 118 HP) at 6300 Rev. per min.
Max torque145 Nm (14.8 kgf-m or 107.0 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke82.0 x 75.7 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)10.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0972 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4340 litres (1,147 gallons)
Cargo space378 litres (100 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (437.0 inches)
Front brakesDisks, 281 mm
Rear brakesDisks, 251 mm

Dimensions and weight

Weight1230 kg (2,711.7 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2600 mm (102.4 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)
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