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Alfa Romeo 155 WB 2
The Alfa Romeo 155, a sporty sedan from the 1990s.

The Alfa Romeo 155 was a cool car made by the Italian company Alfa Romeo. It was a type of car called a "compact executive car," which means it was a bit fancy and sporty, but not too big. This car took the place of the 75 model in 1992. Later, in 1997, a new car called the Alfa Romeo 156 took its spot.

What's Under the Hood?

Cars like the Alfa Romeo 155 had different types of engines. These engines gave the car its power to move.

Petrol Engines

Most Alfa Romeo 155 cars used petrol (gasoline) engines. Here are some of the types:

  • 1.6 Twin Spark 16V
  • 1.7 Twin Spark
  • 1.8 Twin Spark
  • 1.8 Twin Spark 16V
  • 2.0 Twin Spark
  • 2.0 Twin Spark 16V
  • 2.0 Q4
  • 2.5 V6

The "Twin Spark" engines were special because they used two spark plugs per cylinder. This helped the engine run more smoothly and efficiently. The "Q4" version was a very powerful model. It had a special four-wheel-drive system, which means power went to all four wheels for better grip. This engine was actually borrowed from another famous car, the Lancia Delta Integrale.

Diesel Engines

Some versions of the Alfa Romeo 155 also had diesel engines. These engines are known for being good on fuel.

  • 2.0 TD
  • 2.5 TD

Images for kids

  • Alfa Romeo 155 rear 20080718

    Rear view of the Alfa Romeo 155.

  • Alfa Romeo 155 rot

    A red Alfa Romeo 155.

  • Alfa Romeo 155 rear 20070321

    A 155 Silverstone Edition, a special version.

  • Alfa Romeo 155 WB 4

    This image shows the wider wheel arches that were added after 1995.

  • Alfa Romeo 155 Q4 (40003203331)

    The Q4 version was the top of range model, fitted with 2 litre turbocharged straight-4 engine and four wheel drive system, the powertrain was borrowed from Lancia Delta Integrale.

  • 155 GTA STRADALE

    The 155 GTA Stradale, a very rare and powerful road car.

  • Alfa Romeo 155 TS - Derek Warwick at Brands Hatch 1995

    The 155 2.0 TS driven by Derek Warwick at Brands Hatch in 1995. This car was used in racing.

  • Alfa Romeo 155 GTA 2

    Rear view of an Alfa Romeo 155 GTA.

  • Alfa Romeo 155 Alfa Corse in Arese 20070608

    This is the 1993 DTM winner car, Nicola Larini's 155 V6 TI. DTM was a famous racing series.

  • 1996 ITCC's Alfa Romeo 155 V6 TI (MAUTO, Turin)

    An Alfa Romeo 155 V6 TI DTM from 1996, displayed in the National Automobile Museum of Turin.

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