Especificaciones y análisis del Alfa Romeo 147
Power
150HP
Torque
181Nm
Consumption
8.9l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
9.3s
Top Speed
208km/h
Weight
1325kg
Price
22,000€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 3 doors
280 L
60 L
110 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Alfa Romeo 147 3p 2.0 TS 150 CV Distinctive (2001-2004)
General description
The Alfa Romeo 147 is not just a car, it's a statement of principles. Launched at the beginning of the millennium, this Italian compact embodies the passion for driving and design that defines the 'biscione' brand. In its 150-horsepower 2.0 Twin Spark version, the 147 promised strong emotions and a unique character, a breath of fresh, sporty air in a segment often dominated by pragmatism.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the 147 2.0 TS is an experience that involves all the senses. The 150 HP Twin Spark engine is the heart of the beast, a naturally aspirated engine that begs to be revved high, delivering its power with an intoxicating sound and direct response. The 0 to 100 km/h acceleration in 9.3 seconds is just a number; what truly captivates is the chassis's agility. With a double wishbone front suspension, atypical for its segment, the car enters corners with a precision and connection to the road that make you feel part of the machine.
Design and aesthetics
The design of the Alfa Romeo 147 is pure Italian emotion. Its front end, dominated by the iconic 'scudetto' that divides the grille and displaces the license plate, is an unmistakable signature of the brand. The three-door silhouette accentuates its sporty character, with fluid lines and a muscular, well-proportioned rear. Every detail, from the sharp headlights to the 16-inch alloy wheels, was conceived to seduce the eye. It is a design that transcends time, a rolling work of art that still turns heads.
Technology and features
The technology of the 147 was not measured in touch screens, but in the brilliance of its mechanical engineering. The soul of the car, the Twin Spark engine, used two spark plugs per cylinder and variable valve timing to optimize combustion, achieving a fuller power delivery and a characteristic sound. But the real technological gem was in its chassis: while its rivals resorted to simpler solutions, the 147 used a sophisticated double wishbone front suspension setup, a solution inherited from higher-end models that guaranteed exceptional dynamic behavior.
Competition
In its time, the Alfa Romeo 147 faced established giants of the compact segment such as the Volkswagen Golf, the Audi A3, and the Ford Focus. While the German competitors offered an image of sobriety, build quality, and pragmatism, the 147 played a different card: that of the heart. It didn't aim to be the most practical or the most spacious, but the one that made you feel alive behind the wheel. It was the passionate alternative for those who valued design and sensations above all else.
Conclusion
The Alfa Romeo 147 2.0 TS is much more than a simple means of transport; it is an experience, a car chosen with the heart and not the head. It represents an era in which the thrill of driving, the sound of a naturally aspirated engine, and the beauty of its lines were the main arguments. Despite its consumption of 8.9 l/100km and a reliability that has always been under scrutiny, its legacy endures. It is a car for purists, a future classic that captures the essence of 'Cuore Sportivo'.