1997 Alfa Romeo 155 Twin Spark 1.6 16valves
Faults:
Cam variate changed at 80000 Km. it needs warm up always before go. so you never have problem in future again with it. engine is very fast for 1.6cc.120 hp for 1270 Kg.it`s not fire on road, but after 4000rpm the car flying. the second car will be the same like this.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 6th August, 2003
19th Aug 2025, 13:22
The bad reputation should actually have been directed at some specific models, like the Alfasud (a car that was made with dubious materials), but not all Alfa Romeos.
Many Alfas from the 1980s and 1990s were excellent, the one reviewed is one of them.
I personally owned a 75 for almost 20 years and didn't have a single major breakdown.
Reading your article confirms my thoughts about Alfas: good cars and fun to drive.