Today is no ordinary day; with this video clip filmed in Pomigliano d'Arco a few days ago, the MiTo Team adds the final piece to the video-mosaic dedicated to the MultiAir technology.

All the information and know-how we have tried to convey up to now will be very useful; all the video clips will remain at your disposal on the blog and YouTube channel, so study them carefully!

Here’s some good advice for now: your patience will be amply rewarded!

Now let’s talk about the video clip. This time, the AlfaMiToBlog team travelled to Campania to meet the people who produced the first MultiAir engine model.

In this video clip you will see the faces and hear the words of the people who produced every single part of the engine, who assembled and tested it with the utmost precision.

We admit to feeling somewhat moved in visiting the FPT plant in Pomigliano, a place which oozes passion for cars at every corner and where technical expertise reaches the highest levels.

Take our word for it!

Carbon Dioxide (CO2) is one of the most harmful gases for the environment.
Its dispersion in the atmosphere causes a series of effects, first of all the greenhouse effect.

MultiAir was not only created to optimise engine efficiency, but also to reduce consumption of combustion gases that produce CO2 and other hazardous gases.

In the third episode of the MultiAir saga, Mr. Andrea Ferrari, the engineer in charge of the "Testing Facilities" of FPT explains how MultiAir impacts consumption and consequently, the polluting emissions produced by the car.

MiTo was mounted on a roller bench connected to a computerised system capable of simulating the car’s resistance to forward motion.

MiTo’s exhaust pipe was then connected to a device that mixes exhaust gases and ambient air and then feeds them through a series of instruments that analyse and accurately measure the polluting compounds emitted by the engine.

Both naturally-aspirated engines and supercharged engines with the same displacement recorded around a 10% reduction in consumption levels.

Engines that implement the so-called “downsizing” technology recorded a further reduction in consumption levels. This system allows for constructing engines of reduced dimensions and weight that retain the same performance levels of naturally-aspirated engines. In this case, the values were around 20-25%.

Alfa Romeo MiTo was once again the main sponsor of the Milan Jazzin' Festival. Now in its third edition, the festival is considered to be one of Milan’s main summer events. An entire month of 100% green concerts, thanks to renewable energy provided by Edison hydroelectric power plants, certified producers of renewable energy.

The third edition of the Jazzin’ Festival featured performances from a number of international artists of high calibre such as Simple Minds, Seal, Erykah Badu, Buenavista Social Club, Steely Dan and Kings of Leon.

These are but some of the musicians who took stage at the ‘Gianni Brera’ Civic Arena in the heart of the Sempione Park.
In addition, at the end of each concert, the Appiani Hall and part of the Arena stands turned into an exclusive open-air club, with DJ sets of all kinds.

The variety of musical styles and stimulating atmosphere at the Milan Jazzin’ Festival reflected the typical spirit of Alfa Romeo MiTo fans; a sports car dedicated to combining safety with reduced consumption and emissions. The car has an alluring effect on younger generations, but also appeals to adults still bent on having fun!

Alfa Romeo has always lent its name to important events. Alongside the Milan Jazzin’ festival, Alfa Romeo also sponsored the 39th edition of the ‘Giffoni Film Festival’, an event that promotes cinema for young people, held from July 12th to 25th.

The MiTo and 159 models accompanied the guests during the event while secrets of the MiTo – the ‘sportiest compact car ever' – were unveiled to the public in a special designated area.

Do not forget the final unmissable event of the Milan Jazzin' Festival: on Wednesday July 22nd, the English band Incognito will be performing. The band, which is regarded as the forerunner of the Acid Jazz style, has been on the music scene since debuting in 1981 with the album ‘Jazz Funk’. The band has released 12 albums to date; the latest album,
‘Tales from the beach’, was released in early 2008.

While we await the publication of the other two episodes on the MultiAir engine, our Team will try answering the
many requests for clarification that emerged last week.

Please consult the following table which summarizes the technical features of the
MiTo 1.4 TB 135 HP.
Emissions, consumption, performance and much more: get a more in-depth view.

What are you waiting for? Tell us what you think!



 

Alfa Romeo MiTo 1.4 TB 135 HP - Technical features

cylinders, alignment
4

Bore x stroke (mm)
72x84

Displacement (cm3)
1368

Compression ratio
9,8:1

Maximum power kW (hp - EC) at rpm (NORMAL)
99 (135) 5000

Max. power kW (hp - EC) at rpm (SPORT)
99 (135) 5250

Max. torque Nm (kgm - EC) at rpm (NORMAL)   
180 (18,3) 1750

Maximum torque Nm (kgm - EC) at rpm (SPORT)   
206 (21) 1750

Timing system (control)   
Toothed belt with hydraulic tappets and Mair system on aspiration side

Fuel delivery   
Supercharged through exhaust-driven turbo-compressor with variable valve actuation for managing engine load

Injection system   
Electronic, phased sequential injection with detonation control and variable valve actuation

Stop&Start device   
Stop&Start system for automatically shutting down/restarting the engine in the event of short idle phases during the urban cycle. This system optimises consumption and CO2 emissions.

Battery: capacity(Ah) / Generator (A)   
63Ah/450

Traction   
Front

Gears
5 + R

Final drive ratio 
3,733

Basic commercial type   
195/55 R16

Steering box
Rack and pinion assembly with electric servo-drive on column

Curb to curb turning diameter (m)
11,25

Front   
Mc Pherson

Rear   
Torsion bar

Front (mm)
281

Rear (mm)
251

Fuel tank capacity (litres)
45

Weight in running order DIN (kg)
1135

Max. towable weight (kg)
500

Max. speed (km/h)
207

Acceleration (1 person + 30 kg) 0-100 km/h (s)   
8,4

Consumption (l/100 km) - urban driving cycle   
7,4

Extra-urban driving cycle   
4,5

Combined driving cycle   
5,6

CO2 emissions (g/km)   
129

Servicing   
30,000 km

Energy class   
Euro 5

Acceleration in 1st gear from 60 to 100 km/h   
- 5% VS T-jet

Acceleration in top gear from 80 to 120 km/h   
- 6% VS T-jet