Especificaciones y análisis del Alfa Romeo 147
Power
116HP
Torque
275Nm
Consumption
5.8l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
9.9s
Top Speed
191km/h
Weight
1365kg
Price
23,403€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
292 L
60 L
85 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Alfa Romeo 147 5p 1.9 JTD Distinctive 115 CV (2004-2005)
General description
The Alfa Romeo 147 with the 116 HP 1.9 JTD engine is the embodiment of the Italian 'Cuore Sportivo' adapted to the logic and efficiency of diesel. Launched at a time when design and passion seemed to be fading in the compact segment, this car stood as a statement of intent: an everyday vehicle that refuses to be a mere appliance, offering soul and character on every journey.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the 147 JTD surprises and captivates. The diesel engine, with its generous 275 Nm of torque available from very low revs, offers a powerful and energetic response that makes the car feel faster than its figures suggest. However, the real magic lies in its chassis. The sophisticated double-wishbone front suspension and a quick, precise steering create a unique connection with the road. It's an agile car that enters corners with an unusual eagerness for a front-wheel-drive car of its era, conveying a confidence and fun that invite you to seek out the twistiest road.
Design and aesthetics
Visually, the Alfa Romeo 147 is a work of art signed by Walter de'Silva. Its fluid and muscular lines, the iconic front 'scudetto', and the genius of the rear door handles hidden in the C-pillar give it the appearance of a three-door coupé with the practicality of a five-door. Inside, the love affair continues. The driving position embraces you, with the gauges set deep in tunnels and a clear orientation towards the driver. Every detail, from the feel of the steering wheel to the typography of the instruments, is designed to make you feel special.
Technology and features
Although its infotainment technology may seem outdated today, in 2005 the 147 was at the forefront of engine technology. Its JTD engine with common-rail direct injection and variable geometry turbo was a benchmark in performance and refinement. Beyond the engine, its advanced suspension architecture was cutting-edge technology applied to driving pleasure, an element more typical of higher segments than a mainstream compact. It was a car that prioritized mechanical engineering over electronic gadgets.
Competition
At the time, the Alfa 147 faced the German titans of the premium compact segment: the Volkswagen Golf, the Audi A3, and the newcomer BMW 1 Series. While its rivals offered impeccable construction, sobriety, and an image of Germanic reliability, the Alfa Romeo played a different card. It was the passionate alternative, the car chosen with the heart. It competed not so much on space or millimeter-perfect fit and finish, but on emotion, style, and the sheer joy of driving.
Conclusion
The Alfa Romeo 147 1.9 JTD is much more than just a diesel car. It is a compact that proves that efficiency does not have to be at odds with beauty and driving pleasure. Despite its compromises in practicality, such as a somewhat small trunk, and a reliability reputation that doesn't match its German rivals, it offers a driving experience and an overwhelming personality that make it a modern classic. It is a car for those who understand that the journey is as important as the destination.