Author: Tony Bagnall Publisher: The Crowood Press ISBN: 1785006320 Category : Transportation Languages : en Pages : 356
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After a period of post-war austerity, in 1957 Alfa Romeo decided it was time to re-enter the market for luxury/executive class cars with a new range designed for the growing number and prosperity of potential customers. Thus, the first models in the new 2000 series emerged, followed by the 2600 series in 1962. That they were not hugely successful, although some 18,540 were manufactured between 1957 and 1966, can be attributed to a number of factors, principally cost. Largely ignored for many years, these cars are now recognized as a significant element in Alfa Romeo's history and this book is a valuable record of their story. Richly illustrated with over 200 colour and black & white photographs, this book introduces the history of the company and its early designs; describes the early Berlina saloon, Spider convertible and Sprint coupe, and their development into the 2600 series; details the evolution of the 1900-based engine into the 6-cylinder 2600 engine; provides a history of the SZ Sprint Zagato; includes information on prototypes, show specials, specification tables, colour schemes and production numbers and, finally, includes a chapter on owning a 2000 or 2600.
Author: Martin Buckley Publisher: The Crowood Press ISBN: 0719841755 Category : Transportation Languages : en Pages : 439
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Launched in 1967, the NSU Ro80 had modern aerodynamic styling, a technologically advanced Wankel rotary engine and was voted Car of the Year in 1968. However, after the initial positive reception, the car developed a reputation for unreliability, with problems arising as early as 15,000 miles and many vehicles required a rebuilt engine before 30,000 miles. Despite the company resolving these reliability issues in both existing and new vehicles, and offering a generous warranty, the damage to the car's reputation was done. The NSU Ro80 is the most celebrated motoring lost cause of the second half of the twentieth century, outranking the likes of the Edsel and the DeLorean because, unlike those statements of misplaced optimism and ego, it was a good car. Not just good: the NSU Ro80 is one of the great saloons. Launched in September 1967, the Ro80 was an all-new four-door five-seater from a West German company that – post-war – had never made anything other than economy runabouts, motorcycles and mopeds. That alone should have been enough of a risk, but this was also the world's first purpose-built Wankel-engined family saloon. This compact, refined and elegantly simple power unit was the first really new concept in the realm of internal combustion engines to achieve mass production for ninety years. A car like the Ro80 could only really have come from Germany, where there was a passion for research and a pride in engineering not found elsewhere in Europe. With front-wheel drive, superb power steering and four-wheel disc brakes, the car had top handling and driver appeal. Quite simply, it was a masterpiece, considered by many to be the finest vehicle of its type in the world. But with one fatal flaw: its engine. With over 300 archive photographs, drawings and diagrams, this book tells the story of the NSU
Author: Quelle Wikipedia Publisher: University-Press.org ISBN: 9781230663982 Category : Languages : en Pages : 66
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Dieser Inhalt ist eine Zusammensetzung von Artikeln aus der frei verfugbaren Wikipedia-Enzyklopadie. Seiten: 65. Kapitel: Alfa Romeo Motorsport, Alfa Romeo Spider, Alfa Romeo 145, Alfa Romeo 156, Alfa Romeo GTV, Alfa Romeo Tipo 33, Alfa Romeo Giulietta, Alfa Romeo Giulia, Alfa Romeo 164, Carlo Chiti, Alfa Romeo 147, Alfa Romeo GTA, Alfa Romeo to Nissan, Alfa Romeo 159, Alfa Romeo Alfetta, Fabrica Nacional de Motores, Alfa Romeo 1750/2000, Alfa Romeo 2600, Alfa Romeo MiTo, Alfa Romeo ES 30, Alfa Romeo 155, Alfa Romeo 166, Alfa Romeo Alfasud, Alfa Romeo 75, Alfa Romeo RL/RM, Alfa Romeo 1900, Alfa Romeo Alfa 6, Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione, Alfa Romeo Brera, Autodelta, Alfa Romeo 33, Alfa Romeo Montreal, Alfa Romeo 2000, Giuseppe Merosi, Alfa Romeo 6C, Alexandre Darracq, Alfa Romeo 146, Alfa Romeo Junior Zagato, Alfa Romeo 179, Alfa Romeo Typ 159, Alfa Romeo Berlinetta Aerodinamica Tecnica, Alfa Romeo P1/P2/P3, Vittorio Jano, Alfa Romeo 90, Alfa Romeo Nissan Autoveicoli, Alfa Romeo Disco Volante, Alfa HP, Nicola Romeo, Alfa Romeo Arna, Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint, Alfa Romeo Matta, Alfa Romeo TZ, Alberto Massimino, Alfa Romeo Museum, Alfa Romeo Romeo, Alfa Romeo G1, Selespeed, Sportwagon. Auszug: Alfa Romeo ist eine Marke fur Automobile des Herstellers Fiat und war bis 1986 ein eigenstandiger Fahrzeughersteller. Im Konzern Fiat ist Alfa Romeo neben Lancia als Marke fur gehobene Anspruche angesiedelt, die im Unterschied zu ihrer Schwestermarke sportlich orientiert ist. Durch die eigenstandige Designabteilung gelingt es Alfa immer wieder, von Fiat unabhangig markante Autos mit eigenstandiger Formensprache zu entwickeln. In Mailand gegrundet, befindet sich der Sitz der heutigen Alfa Romeo Automobiles S.p.A in Turin. Alfa 24 HP (1910-1921) Alfa Romeo RL Targa Florio' (1922-1927) Alfa Romeo 8C 2900 Berlinetta(1935-1939)Das Stammwerk von Alfa Romeo im Bezirk Portello von Mailand entstand 1906 als weiteres Automobilwerk des franzosischen Unternehmers...
Author: Chris Martin Publisher: The Crowood Press ISBN: 1785009095 Category : Transportation Languages : en Pages : 432
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Launched in 1971, the Alfasud was an all-new departure for Alfa Romeo, both in its design and its execution and became the best-selling model in the history of Alfa Romeo . Originally it was developed with the dual intentions of launching the company into large volume production and providing a more affordable model than their highly regarded sports cars. However, its story was far from straightforward. Although respected for its technically brilliant design and universally praised for its ride and handling, the model never quite reached its full sales potential and its reputation was marred by problems that could not have been foreseen. With over 240 colour photographs, the book includes a brief history of Alfa Romeo to the end of the 1960s. The development of the Alfasud's design and the political reasons for building a new factory are given along with the car's reception from both the press and owners. The evolution of the model from initial prototypes, to the improvements to build quality and performance, including the Giardinetta and Sprint variations are covered as well as Alfasuds in competition. The political and labour problems, as well as the early quality control issues are discussed. Finally, there are numerous specification tables, performance data, chassis numbers, engine codes and colour charts.
Author: Malcolm Thorne Publisher: The Crowood Press ISBN: 071984052X Category : Transportation Languages : en Pages : 452
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In May 1958, one of the world's largest motor manufacturers unveiled a diminutive two-seater that would take the world by storm. Small in stature yet able to punch well above its weight, the Austin-Healey Sprite rapidly gained an enthusiastic following among keen drivers, as well as an impressive record in competition. Being neither expensive nor exotic, for many motorists the Sprite opened the door to sports car ownership and, in so doing, its commercial success was almost guaranteed. With over 250 photographs, this book includes: the genesis of the Sprite, from the Austin Seven and pre-war MG Midget, via Donald Healey's Riley- and Nash-engined models, to the Austin A30, A90 Atlantic and Healey Hundred. The development, launch and market reception is covered along with details of the evolution from Mk I to Mk IV, including the Frogeye and restyled ADO 41. Rallies, racing and record breaking details are given as well as information on modifications, special-bodied variants, replicas and finally, buying and restoring a Sprite today.
Author: Publisher: ISBN: Category : Automobiles Languages : en Pages : 362
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Online version: Technical papers portion of the SAE Digital Library references thousands of SAE Technical Papers covering the latest advances and research in all areas of mobility engineering including ground vehicle, aerospace, off-highway, and manufacturing technology. Sample coverage includes fuels and lubricants, emissions, electronics, brakes, restraint systems, noise, engines, materials, lighting, and more. Your SAE service includes detailed summaries, complete documents in PDF, plus document storage and maintenance
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