Especificaciones y análisis del Alfa Romeo 147
Power
120HP
Torque
255Nm
Consumption
5.8l/100
Emissions
153g/km
0-100 km/h
9.6s
Top Speed
193km/h
Weight
1365kg
Price
22,975€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
292 L
60 L
88 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Alfa Romeo 147 5p 1.9 JTD 120 CV Sport (2008-2009)
General description
The Alfa Romeo 147 is not just a car, it's a statement of principles. In its Sport version with the 1.9 JTD 120 HP engine, it represents the perfect fusion of Italian passion and diesel logic. It's a compact car that refuses to be a mere means of transport, offering a soul and character that captivate from the very first moment.
Driving experience
Driving the 147 JTD is to feel the 'Cuore Sportivo'. The engine pushes decisively from low revs thanks to its 255 Nm of torque, turning every acceleration into a small thrill. Its chassis, with an elaborate double-wishbone front suspension, clings to the asphalt with surprising agility. The steering is direct and communicative, making you feel part of the road, transforming every curve into an invitation to enjoy. It's not the fastest, but it is one of those that makes you smile the most.
Design and aesthetics
Walter de'Silva's work remains a lesson in timeless beauty. The front, dominated by the iconic 'scudetto', is pure aggression and elegance. The genius of hiding the rear door handles gives it a coupé silhouette that deceives and seduces. Inside, the atmosphere is purely Alfa: two large dials for the speedometer and rev counter welcome you to a cockpit designed by and for driving pleasure. It's an interior that embraces you and reminds you that you are in a special car.
Technology and features
The technology of the Alfa 147 focuses on what matters: the driving experience. Its JTD engine, with common-rail injection and a variable-geometry turbo, was a benchmark in its time for its balance between performance and consumption. The chassis features sophisticated solutions, such as the front suspension, more typical of higher segments. You won't find large screens or the latest generation assistants, but you will find engineering dedicated to connecting the driver with the machine and the asphalt.
Competition
In a market dominated by the German sobriety of the Volkswagen Golf or the Audi A3, and against the efficiency of the BMW 1 Series, the Alfa Romeo 147 stood as the passionate alternative. It was the car for those who sought to stand out, for those who valued a spectacular design and an emotional connection over millimeter-perfect practicality or the latest technological novelty. It competed not only with its performance but with its ability to generate desire.
Conclusion
The Alfa Romeo 147 1.9 JTD is much more than the sum of its parts. It is a car that ages with a dignity and appeal that few compacts of its era can match. It offers a rewarding driving experience, a design that still turns heads, and a robust and reliable diesel engine. It is a purchase made with the heart, a piece of Italian automotive history that rewards you with character and soul in every kilometer.