This is how economical the 1.6 Twin Spark and 1.9 JTD are
The Alfa Romeo 147 was once a quite relevant C-segment car. For example, with a total of 17,106 units sold, it was more successful than its successor Giulietta. Because we notice that you appreciate a look back in time, we are once again paying attention to this compact Alfa.
Admittedly, a look at the Alfa 147 is not a punishment, even after 23 years. Yes, this model is that old again! It also means that the car was born in a different time. At the time, for example, diesel engines were still all the rage. The JTDs of the Fiat group were known as fine and durable engines, although an episode of Klokje Rond testifies that the petrol engine is also capable of quite a message.
Consumption Alfa 147 1.6 Twin Spark
The Klokje Rond driver indicates an average of 1 in 12.5 (8 l/100 km) on LPG. He probably drives quite quietly, because that exceeds the average petrol consumption of drivers who keep track of their consumption in the AutoWeek Consumption Monitor. These thirteen drivers score an average of 1 in 12.1 (8.3 l/100 km).
We have deleted the most economical driver, who reports achieving 1 in 16.1 (6.2 l/100 km), from the measurements. A closer look at this Consumption Monitor shows too many unrealistic values. The second best value is for the driver of this facelift example: 1 in 13.7 (7.3 l/100 km). The worst case value for a user who entered receipts over a longer period of time is 1 in 11.3 (8.9 l/100 km).
And the Alfa 147 1.9 JTD?
It will not surprise you that the Alfa 147 with a diesel engine is considerably more economical, although you might expect something better from a diesel. On average, owners drive this engine 1 in 16.5 (6.1 l/100 km).
It will not be the fault of the most economical driver. With an average consumption of 1 in 20.4 (4.9 l/100 km) over a distance of 5,000 kilometers, it shows what this car is capable of. The secret? “I don’t drive faster than 100 km/h on the highway.” It may sound normal nowadays, but in 2011 we were still allowed to ‘normal’ 120. The second most economical driver scored an average of 1 in 17.5 (5.7 l/100 km) over a distance of more than 100,000 kilometers. The last driver drove a black facelift copy with a beautiful red interior. This cannot disguise the fact that the average diesel consumption remained stuck at 1 in 15 (6.7 l/100 km).
Does Giulietta bring improvements?
Attentive readers know that 147 successor Giulietta has previously starred in this section. Let’s compare the ‘old’ Twin Spark with the modern turbo petrol! This gives a striking result: drivers of the Giulietta 1.4 MultiAir achieve an average of 1 in 12.9 (7.8 l/100 km). A modest profit, although this is offset by a significant jump in power. Diesel drivers score an average of 1 in 18.3 (5.5 l/100 km) with the Giulietta JTDm. A bit better than 147-isti.
– Thanks for information from Autoweek.nl