Especificaciones y análisis del Alfa Romeo 147
Power
120HP
Torque
255Nm
Consumption
5.8l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
9.6s
Top Speed
193km/h
Weight
1365kg
Price
22,300€
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 Progression 120 CV (2005)
General description
The Alfa Romeo 147 is not just a car, it's a statement of principles. In its 2005 version with the 120 HP 1.9 JTD engine, this Italian compact offered an intoxicating combination of style, character, and diesel efficiency that made it as practical as it was passionate. It was the gateway to the 'cuore sportivo' universe for those seeking more than just a means of transportation.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the 147 JTD is to feel the car's heart beat in unison with yours. The 120 HP diesel engine, far from being lazy, pushes with surprising force from low revs thanks to its generous 255 Nm of torque. It's not a pure sports car, but its agile chassis, with a double-wishbone front suspension worthy of higher categories, invites you to link curves with a confidence and connection that few compacts of the era could offer. The steering is precise and communicative, turning every journey into a small emotional experience.
Design and aesthetics
The design of the Alfa 147 is pure Italian seduction, a work of art that stands the test of time. Its front end, dominated by the iconic 'scudetto' and sharp headlights, gives it an aggressive and elegant look. The genius of hiding the rear door handles in the window frame gives it the clean silhouette of a coupé, without sacrificing the practicality of its five doors. Inside, the cabin embraces you with deep-set dials and a driver-oriented console that create a sporty and passionate atmosphere.
Technology and features
The technology of the 147 was not measured in screens, but in the engineering that awakened emotions. Its heart, the 1.9 JTD engine, was a benchmark thanks to its common-rail direct injection and a variable-geometry turbo that guaranteed a linear and efficient power delivery. The real technological boast lay in its chassis, with solutions like the double-wishbone front suspension, demonstrating that for Alfa Romeo, the most important technology was the one that improved dynamics and driving pleasure.
Competition
In a market dominated by the German sobriety of the Volkswagen Golf, the Audi A3, and the BMW 1 Series, the Alfa Romeo 147 played in a different league. While its rivals focused on rational perfection and impeccable build quality, the Alfa offered soul. It was the choice of the heart, for those who valued a well-taken curve over a millimeter-perfect fit, and a head-turning design over maximum practicality. It competed not only in performance but in its ability to make its driver feel special.
Conclusion
The Alfa Romeo 147 1.9 JTD 120 HP was, and still is, much more than a simple diesel compact. It is proof that efficiency does not have to be at odds with beauty and emotion. A car for those who sought a spark of Italian passion in every journey, a vehicle with immense character that you fell in love with for its design and that conquered you on every curve, forgiving its small flaws in return. An imperfect, but unforgettable, gem.