• Alfa Romeo 4C at the Frankfurt Motor show

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    richard33dees
    Published on 30th August 2011 11:30 PM
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    After its international public début at the Geneva Motor Show last April, the Alfa 4C Concept will be exhibited at the 64th International Motor Show in Frankfurt next month in a new and exclusive ‘fluid metal’ exterior colour that dynamically enhances the smooth and sinuous lines of the car.

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    In recent months the project has been refined and enriched with technical contents to enhance the dynamic excellence of the Alfa 4C Concept. Vehicle weight is confirmed at around 850kg, the engine delivering more than 200 bhp and a power to weight ratio less than 4kg per HP – traits worthy of a true ‘supercar’.

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    The Alfa 4C Concept showcases the formula of the two-seater, rear-wheel drive coupé with its central engine, a length of approximately 4 metres and a wheelbase of less than 2.4 metres. These dimensions on the one hand emphasise the Alfa 4C Concept’s compact attributes, whilst on the other accentuate its agility.

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    The Alfa 4C Concept uses technology and materials derived from the 8C Competizione – carbon, aluminium, rear-wheel drive – and technology from Alfa Romeo models currently on sale: the 1750 turbo petrol engine with direct injection, the ALFA TCT twin dry clutch transmission; and all the best of Alfa’s DNA technology, obviously including the Alfa DNA dynamic control selector.

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    Also on display on the Alfa Romeo stand will be an Alfa Giulietta equipped with the next generation ALFA TCT twin dual dry clutch semi-automatic transmission. This innovative transmission ensures greater driving comfort and a sportier feel than conventional automatic gearboxes, combined with improved efficiency and lower fuel consumption levels.

    The Giulietta with the ALFA TCT transmission will be available with a choice of two engines : the 1.4 TB MultiAir 170 bhp engine and the 2.0 JTDM-2 170 bhp diesel engine.

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    Alfa Romeo’s sportiest compact car, the MiTo will showcase two new engines – a revolutionary 0.9 TwinAir TB 85bhp and a new 1.3 JTDM 85bhp . The award winning TwinAir engine developed by Fiat Powertrain, develops 85 bhp at 5,500 rpm and torque of 145Nm at 2,000 rpm. By using the Start&Stop device and the smart alternator, the MiTo Twin Air engine has the lowest value of CO2 emissions with petrol engines in its class :98g/km.

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    For full details on the latest Alfa Romeo offers and models visit www.alfaromeo.co.uk

    Text and images courteous of Alfa Romeo Press Office.
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    Comments 5 Comments
    1. muppet42's Avatar
      muppet42 - 15th September 2011, 01:42 AM
      I don't know what it is about the 4C, but I kind of just think it looks a bit awkward and almost overly styled. I mean, they did strike gold with the 8C but the way they've carried the style down the line is up for debate.I for one would LOVE a manufacturer just to have a completely different approach for the majority of the range and not have this continuity they seem to insist on. To me, it really stifles creativity and ends up requiring a designer to fit the look of a model in-line with a specific parameter.The Guilietta is nice enough from most angles unless you've got the tiny wheel option, but I'm still not convinced with the MiTo. And yes, I'm annoyed I have to type it like that to remain correct to what Alfa intended
    1. jatkinson's Avatar
      jatkinson - 15th September 2011, 09:27 AM
      ive just made a mess in my trousers
    1. Mrcento's Avatar
      Mrcento - 16th September 2011, 01:01 AM
      i don't like it.

      looks like someones bought a lotus elise, wished they'd bought an exige instead so converted it using parts from a giulietta
    1. richard33dees's Avatar
      richard33dees - 17th September 2011, 08:42 PM
      I have a bit of a love/hate relationship with the current alfa line up. Just something about the position of the headlights and amount of bodywork in between. I like the Giulietta and MiTo in the pictures above, but from some other angles they can look rather hideous.
    1. Casey12's Avatar
      Casey12 - 9th December 2011, 08:27 AM
      Oh! Thanks for the link. There were rumors of an Alfa Romeo-based Dodge for some time, as a result of Chrysler and Alfa being managed by Fiat. The vehicle has finally been exposed, in a teaser from the Dodge site. It is being referred to as the Dodge Dart. Many people are excited for the release of this car. http://www.cardealexpert.com/news-in...eo-dodge-dart/