The car specs indicate a compact sedan with impressive dimensions and a spacious interior. Its overall length and wheelbase suggest a comfortable ride and ample cargo space. The width and height are suitable for navigating tight spaces and offer good maneuverability.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4435 mm 174.61 in.
Width
1743 mm 68.62 in.
Height
1430 mm 56.3 in.
Wheelbase
2595 mm 102.17 in.
Front Track
1519 mm 59.8 in.
Rear Track
1506 mm 59.29 in.
Fuel Consumption
The fuel consumption figures for this car are impressive, particularly in the extra-urban and combined cycles. The diesel engine offers excellent fuel efficiency, making it a practical and eco-friendly choice.
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Fuel Consumption Urban
7.8 l/100 km 30.16 US mpg 36.22 UK mpg 12.82 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
4.7 l/100 km 50.05 US mpg 60.1 UK mpg 21.28 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
5.8 l/100 km 40.55 US mpg 48.7 UK mpg 17.24 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The car in question is a 156 model with a 1.9 liter, 4-cylinder, inline engine that uses an internal combustion engine and diesel commonrail fuel injection system. The engine has a turbocharger and intercooler and produces 115 horsepower at 4000 rpm with a torque of 275 Nm at 2000 rpm. The engine is transversely mounted and uses a manual transmission with 5 gears. The car has a front wheel drive and double wishbone suspension on both the front and rear. The engine oil capacity is 4.4 liters and the coolant capacity is 6.1 liters.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
115 Hp @ 4000 rpm.
Power Per Litre
60.2 Hp/l
Torque
275 Nm @ 2000 rpm. 202.83 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
937 A2.000
Engine Displacement
1910 cm3 116.56 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
82 mm 3.23 in.
Piston Stroke
90.4 mm 3.56 in.
Compression Ratio
18.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Diesel Commonrail
Engine Aspiration
Turbocharger, Intercooler
Engine Oil Capacity
4.4 l 4.65 US qt | 3.87 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
5W-40 / FIAT 9.55535-M2
Coolant
6.1 l 6.45 US qt | 5.37 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
5 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Double wishbone
Rear Suspension
Double wishbone
Brakes
The Alfa Romeo 156 is a compact executive car with impressive braking capabilities, featuring ventilated discs up front and discs in the rear. The car also comes equipped with ABS for added safety. The steering is precise and responsive, thanks to the rack-and-pinion system. The 185/65 R15 tires provide a comfortable ride, and the 6J x 15 wheel rims add a touch of style.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Disc
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
185/65 R15
Wheel Rims Size
6J x 15
Weight & Capacity
The 156 is a compact car with a balanced weight-to-power ratio and decent trunk space. However, its weight-to-torque ratio could be improved. Overall, it's a decent car with some room for improvement.
The specs do not include information regarding safety features.
10.3 seconds
195 km/h or 121.17 mph
It's not the fastest, but it's still a fun drive.
The fuel consumption in the urban cycle is around 7.8 l/100 km.
The extra-urban fuel consumption is around 4.7 l/100 km.
The combined fuel consumption is approximately 5.8 l/100 km.
The engine is transversely mounted in this car.
This car uses a manual transmission with 5 gears.
This car uses a diesel commonrail fuel injection system.
The Alfa Romeo 156 has ventilated discs in the front and discs in the rear.
The Alfa Romeo 156 has a rack-and-pinion steering system.
The Alfa Romeo 156 has 185/65 R15 tires.
The Alfa Romeo 156 was available with a range of engines, including gasoline and diesel options. The engine size varied depending on the model and year, but it typically ranged from 1.6 liters to 3.2 liters.
The Alfa Romeo 156 was available with both manual and automatic transmissions. The type of transmission depended on the model and year.
The Alfa Romeo 156 has five seats.
The curb weight of the 156 is 1305 kg (2877.03 lbs).
The maximum weight capacity of the 156 is 1770 kg (3902.18 lbs).
The minimum trunk space of the 156 is 378 liters (13.35 cu. ft.).