The Alfa Romeo 156 is a compact executive car that boasts impressive acceleration, reaching 0-100 km/h in just 9.4 seconds. Its top speed is electronically limited to 212 km/h. With its powerful engine, this car is perfect for those who crave speed and agility on the road.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
9.4 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
9.4 sec
Max Speed
212 km/h 131.73 mph
Body & Dimensions
The car specs describe a station wagon with a spacious interior and competitive dimensions. Its wheelbase and track widths suggest a comfortable and stable ride. The overall construction appears robust and well-engineered.
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Body Type
Station wagon (estate)
Seats
5
Doors
5
Length
4430 mm 174.41 in.
Width
1755 mm 69.09 in.
Height
1420 mm 55.91 in.
Wheelbase
2595 mm 102.17 in.
Front Track
1507 mm 59.33 in.
Rear Track
1494 mm 58.82 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Alfa Romeo 156 diesel model offers a decent fuel economy, with an urban fuel consumption of 8.9 l/100 km and an extra-urban fuel consumption of 5.5 l/100 km. This makes it a suitable choice for those who prioritize fuel efficiency.
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Fuel Consumption Urban
8.9 l/100 km 26.43 US mpg 31.74 UK mpg 11.24 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
5.5 l/100 km 42.77 US mpg 51.36 UK mpg 18.18 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Fiat 156 is a compact car with a 5-cylinder internal combustion engine, producing 150 horsepower at 4000 rpm. It has a front-wheel drive and a 5-speed manual transmission. The engine is turbocharged and intercooled, and it has a diesel commonrail fuel injection system.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
150 Hp @ 4000 rpm.
Power Per Litre
62.8 Hp/l
Torque
305 Nm @ 1800 rpm. 224.96 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
841 C000
Engine Displacement
2387 cm3 145.66 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
5
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
5 l 5.28 US qt | 4.4 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
5W-40 / FIAT 9.55535-M2
Coolant
6.8 l 7.19 US qt | 5.98 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
Several levers and rods
Brakes
The car in question is a 156 model, featuring ventilated disc brakes in the front and solid disc brakes in the rear. The assisting systems include an ABS. The steering system is a rack and pinion type, with hydraulic power steering. The tire size is 205/60 R15.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Disc
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Tires Size
205/60 R15
Weight & Capacity
The Alfa Romeo 156 is a compact executive car with impressive power-to-weight ratio, offering a balance of performance and practicality. Its 104.5 horsepower per tonne and 212.5 Nm per tonne of torque make it a joy to drive. With a minimum boot space of 12.71 cu. ft. and maximum boot space of 41.67 cu. ft., it's suitable for daily use and short trips.