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Novitec has unveiled their extensive line of performance accessories for Alfa Romeo's new MiTo hatchback.
Cars equipped with the 1.4-liter turbocharged petrol engine can be outfitted with Novitec's Powerjet 2 control module which boosts the engine's output from 155 hp (114 kW) to 186 hp (137 kW). Thanks to the extra 31 hp (23 kW), the modified MiTo runs from 0-100 km/h in 7.4 seconds which is a 0.7 second improvement over stock models.
Given the importance of diesel engines, Novitec is also introducing a Powerrail 5 control module which can be outfitted to 1.3 JTD and the 1.6 JTD. The module allows 1.3 JTD models to boast an extra 20 hp (14.9 kW) while the 1.6 JTD gains 24 hp (17.7 kW).
For owners wanting to "butch up" the MiTo's cute styling, the company offers an aerodynamic styling package that features a revised front bumper, aggressive side skirts, a roof-mounted spoiler, and an integrated rear diffuser. Other styling options include a sport exhaust with up to four tailpipes, 18-inch wheels in either silver or matte black, and an adjustable coil-over suspension that reduces the MiTo's ride height by 35 to 65 millimeters.
Friday, October 23, 2009
The Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon TI is a symbol that in the Seventies Alfa Romeo cars assigned only to the richest content, thus transforming them into real sports race to drive on the roads every day.
Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon TI
Intended for young audiences and sports, cars signed Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon TI offers more driving fun, more "handling", and more braking capacity. In a word, the dynamic behavior of a car doors on the roads every day feelings of the runway.
Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon TI
The stylistic choice is taken not to upset the external lines of cars as standard, but to limit the speeches just a few strokes, as well as those who want the ultimate in theme of sportsmanship, and want to know but do so without ostentation.
Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon TI
Finally, the insignia burnished aluminum and satin cap of an exterior rear (optional) out this particular version also offers an allocation of series of great value as shown by the air conditioning system and the Bizon VDC.
Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon TI
Daily in the Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon TI can give feelings and return a real pleasure to drive, which is the interpretation of the absolute values of the Brand. In short, the new characterization Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon TI is the right answer for a customer who wants to enter the world of sports Alfa Romeo.
Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon TI
At the same time the Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon TI debuts at a 2.4 JTDM 20v engine enhanced to 210 hp that develops a torque of 400 Nm at 1500 rpm. The release of the couple, whose maximum value is already a very low, it enhances the characteristics of readiness and response to pedal. Thus equipped the sedan reaches a maximum speed of 226 km / h (224 km / h for the Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon TI) and accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in just 8.4 seconds (8.6 for the Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon TI).
Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon TI
Identical to the one mounted on Alfa Spider 2.4 JTDM, in most of the Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon TI is attached to the permanent 4x4 traction with three differentials (the central one type of self Torsen C). Heart of the project is the "Four-wheel drive Alfa Romeo Q4, which operates a permanent and dynamic allocation of 4-wheel traction on bringing the highest level of active safety and sportiness.
Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon TI
The differential central Torsen C self-manages the torque allocating 57% to the rear wheels and 43% to front wheels. The system also ensures excellent drive in all conditions of adhesion through the automatic control of any slippage. In detail, the distribution of the torque between the front and rear axles is adjusted on a continuous basis, depending of adhesion by the central Torsen differential C.
Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon TI
In terms of adhesion, the behavior is linear and progressively adapting to changing road conditions. This development "mechanical" it adds electronic stability control for a further increase in performance and safety margins, in keeping with the philosophy Alfa Romeo.
Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon TI
The Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon TI Q4 interprets the four-wheel drive in accordance with the Alfa Romeo philosophy: a system essentially "mechanical" which adds the contribution of more advanced electronic technology to ensure maximum comfort and driving pleasure, combined with the best and security.
Alfa Romeo presented at the Bologna Motor Show a special edition of the new Alfa Romeo 147 Ducati Corse. It is a special model of increased power common rail turbo-diesel (1.9 JTDM 16V) with 125 kW (170 hp).
Alfa Romeo 147 Ducati Corse
After only 8.0 seconds, the Alfa Romeo 147 Ducati Corse 100 km / h fast, and the top speed is 215 km / h. For optimum traction and handling on the level of a four-wheel vehicle that provides innovative differential "Q2".
Alfa Romeo 147 Ducati Corse
Built was special series against the background of the successful Alfa Romeo cooperation with the motorcycle factory Ducati Corse team, under the direction of the pilot Australian Casey Stoner at this year's Motorcycle World Championship in the MotoGP class won. Alfa Romeo promotes the Italian factory team as a sponsor.
Alfa Romeo 147 Ducati Corse
The sporting claim the World Cup-Class is also appropriate for the new Alfa Romeo 147 Ducati Corse. This allows the driver via a switch on the transmission tunnel between two accelerator characteristics.
Alfa Romeo 147 Ducati Corse
During a mode to accelerate crystal sets, allows the second rather the sovereign cruising. Visually, the Alfa Romeo 147 Ducati Corse by a sports suspension and special 18-inch alloy wheels his dynamic talents.
Alfa Romeo 147 Ducati Corse Interior
Alfa Romeo 147 Ducati Corse
The special model of the Alfa 147 in the three colors "Giulietta red", "black" and "ice white" mainly in Italy. Inside, there are details like a black umbrella sky, specially designed seats (also in black) with red seams and integrated Ducati logo, plus leather steering wheel and shifter hand brake lining in black-red, aluminum pedals and an aluminum Gear the sporting claim the Alfa Romeo 147 Ducati Corse stress.
Alfa Romeo 147 Ducati Corse
The Ducati logo is also in the red underlying instruments. For standard equipment includes a dual-zone automatic climate control, a Bose sound system with CD and MP3 player and subwoofer, a multifunction steering wheel and the electronic stability system VDC.
Alfa Romeo 8C Spider
Alfa Romeo 8C Spider has a canopy of two layers of fabric, with power-operated. As in the 8C Competizione, the bodywork of the Alfa Romeo 8C Spider is carbon fiber, mounted on a steel chassis.
Alfa Romeo 8C Spider
The 8-cylinder engine is a V-90 ° with an engine capacity of 4.7 l. Its maximum output is 450 hp at 7,000 rpm. Its maximum torque is 470 Nm at 4,750 rpm. The regime of maximum engine is turning 7,500 rpm. This engine comes from Maserati, but it is different from that Maserati mounted in its range of vehicles (which have a V8 4.2 l).
Alfa Romeo 8C Spider
The engine of the Alfa Romeo 8C Spider is made of aluminium. Have butts with dual camshaft moved by chain (with change of phase in the continuous intake camshafts) and four valves per cylinder. The clutch is two discs and gearbox is next to the rear axle. The differential carries a mechanical device to limit slippage.
Alfa Romeo 8C Spider
The change is automatic six speeds. It is an exchange rate with the same structure as the traditional manual changes, but with automated equipment for the clutch and the movement for change. Sometimes these changes are called robotic.
Alfa Romeo 8C Spider
At least in the version of the Alfa Romeo 8C Spider with bodywork closed, the driver can choose between five programs running: 'Manual-Normal', 'Manual-Sport', 'Automatic-Normal "," Auto-Sport' and 'Ice' (for boot on a slippery surface).
Alfa Romeo 8C Spider
You do not have a lever for change normal. In both programs manuals, the driver can select marches through two levers behind the steering wheel. The selection of programs is done with functioning buttons (picture).
Alfa Romeo 147 has been updated with three new releases that are distinguished primarily by their appearance, for their equipment. The new range of Alfa Romeo 147 is on sale from 16,950 €.
2007 Alfa Romeo 147 3d
Alfa Romeo 147
These new versions are called 'Q2', 'Collezione' and 'Sport'. The first is available only with the engine Turbo Multijet JTD 150 hp. The other two can be combined with all engines of the Alfa Romeo 147.
Alfa Romeo 147
The Alfa Romeo 147 1.9 JTD 150 HP "Q2" can be purchased, with a body of three or five doors, from € 24,400. It has flared bodywork, a sports suspension to lower ground, some changes to the grille, the satin-covered mirrors, a rear spoiler and chromed exhaust terminal.
Alfa Romeo 147
What you are most unlike the other Alfa Romeo 147 is that it has a differential self-mechanic type Torsen in the front axle. This difference fits the strength that makes each wheel within a range. In this way, the Alfa Romeo 147 can accelerate even if one of the two wheels with low adhesion. Version "Q2" of the Alfa GT is also on sale for € 31,000.
Alfa Romeo 147
In the interior, the steering wheel, change the knob and the handbrake handle are upholstered in leather with red stitching, this color is also used in the instrument panel, which is illuminated in white. Trims the steering wheel and console are gray; the pedals are made of aluminum.
Alfa Romeo 147
The Alfa Romeo 147 'Q2' has, as standard equipment six airbags, stability control "VDC" and developer of speed, among many other items. Optionally, the equipment can be supplemented with elements like xenon headlights, leather seats are sporty design with red stitching, a stereo "Bose" and the browser.
2007 Alfa Romeo 147 5d
Alfa Romeo 147
Version 'Collezione' may be chosen in six exterior colors for the body: 'Polar White', 'Gray Navona', 'Black Jarama "," Lipari Gray', 'Gray Stromboli "and" Black Kyalami. Leather upholstery is white and black dashboard is also bicolor.
Alfa Romeo 147
The equipment is plentiful: stability control, six airbags, and two-zone automatic climate control, Bluetooth connectivity for mobile phones, alloy wheels, 17 inches, radio-CD player (compatible with MP3 discs) and software speed. Alternatively, you may have lowered sport suspension, xenon headlamps, rear parking sensors, browser and disks charger.
Alfa Romeo 147
Version 'Sport' is distinguished mainly because its body can be painted in two colors: one choice and a glossy black for the roof, the central pillar and rear spoiler.
Alfa Romeo 147
Other distinguishing features are the widening of the wings, grille and mirror covers chrome appearance. Upholstery combines the black and gray colors, and trims are black steering wheel and console.
Alfa Romeo 147
The Alfa Romeo 147 is a compact vehicle of 4.22 m length, which is available with a body of three or five door. Can be chosen with three petrol engines: 1.6 liter 105 hp TS, TS 1.6 l 120 hp and 2.0 l TS 150 hp. Also available are two diesel engines: 1.9 liter JTD Multijet in variants 120 and 150 hp. It was also selling a version of "GTA", with a V6 petrol engine of 250 HP.
Alfa Romeo 147
In addition to the new version is also available at other levels of equipment: 'Impression', 'Distinctive' and 'Selective'. All versions carry six airbags, antilock brakes (ABS), air conditioning, folding rear seat and match (60/40) and electric mirrors.
Alfa Romeo 147
The Alfa Romeo 147 'Distinctive' also have radio with CD player (compatible with MP3 discs), stereo controls on the steering wheel, trip computer, rear head restraints, steering wheel and shift knob of leather, fog lamps, upholstery fabric ' Alfatex and alloy wheels of 15 inches. In these two versions, the stability control (VDC) is optional (600 €).
Alfa Romeo 147
Lastly, the versions' Selective 'lead, in addition to the above, stability control (VDC), two-zone climate control, leather upholstery, speed control cruise, xenon headlights, anti-theft alarm, front armrest with compartment , Bluetooth connectivity for mobile phone and alloy wheels of 17 inches (tires 215/45).
Alfa Romeo 147
Optionally you can have, among other items of equipment, automatic anti-glare interior mirror, sunroof, wood steering wheel, heated front seats, rear parking control, sport suspension, rain sensor and brow.
