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Alfa Romeo MiTo GTA Concept, a high performance concept of the new Alfa Romeo MiTo, makes its debut at the 2009 Geneva International Motor Show. Designed using the experience gained with the Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione and 8C Spider, the Alfa Romeo MiTo GTA Concept shares with the exclusive "supercar" the philosophy based on achieving the greatest driving pleasure, resulting from exceptional agility produced by a power-to-weight ratio worthy of a racing car.

In line with the famous GTA (Gran Turismo Alleggerito) signature, (Alleggerito means reduced weight in Italian), the Alfa Romeo MiTo GTA Concept prioritises weight reduction, and the achievement of an optimum power-to-weight ratio.

Considerable work has gone into lowering the vehicle's centre of gravity; thus certain components such as the tailgate spoiler, roof and mirror fairings are in carbon-fibre; while aluminium is used extensively in the braking system, suspension, and some parts of the chassis.

Under the bonnet, an exciting new petrol engine, very much in keeping with the pre-requisites of downsizing, environmental awareness, and the offer of high power and efficiency in return for low weight and optimised packaging, powers the Alfa Romeo MiTo GTA Concept.

Designed by Fiat Powertrain Technologies and exploiting the vast experience gained in the production of Twin Spark and Alfa V6 road and race engines, the compact new petrol engine employs advanced technical solutions including direct injection, dual variable valve timing, state-of-the-art turbocharging and advanced electronic management systems to produce a remarkable 240bhp from just 1742cc.

Under-floor aerodynamics have been a particular concern, while the entire car has been lowered by some 20mm. Front suspension employs new geometry with aluminium leading arms, while the rear suspension has all-new bushings, and the comprehensively revised chassis boasts an 'active' suspension system, (advanced damper control), which counteracts the transfer of load under acceleration, stiffening the rear end and maximising traction. The Alfa Romeo MiTo GTA Concept's suspension also interacts with the braking system and steering to obtain the most efficient control of vehicle dynamics, while a 'Sky-Hook' function ensures an excellent level of passenger comfort under conditions of everyday use.

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De Alfa Romeo Mito GTA (Gran Turismo Alleggerito) heeft zoals verwacht de beschikking over een viercilinder turbomotor met een vermogen van 240 pk. De cilinderinhoud bedraagt 1.742 cc, waardoor we strikt genomen dus eigenlijk met een 1,7-liter blok te maken hebben. Alfa Romeo heeft het echter consequent over 1,8 liter.
Het Italiaanse merk heeft veel in het werk gesteld om het zwaartepunt te verlagen. Gewichtsreductie is daarom het toverwoord bij de Mito GTA. De achterspoiler, het dak en de buitenspiegelkappen zijn van koolstofvezel. De ingenieurs hebben in het remsysteem en voor de wielophanging aluminium gebruikt. De Mito GTA ligt 20 millimeter dichter bij het wegdek. Een actieve wielophaning (Advanced Damper Control) zorgt voor maximale tractie.
De Mito GTA Concept beleeft z'n debuut op de Autosalon van Genève. In de loop van de zomer komt de productieversie van de top-Mito op de markt. De belangrijkste concurrent wordt de Mini John Cooper Works. Die moet het echter doen met 211 pk.

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Ik zat te wachten tot ie werd gestart... helaas Maar het ziet er goed uit... 8)

elogiov6 schreef:Wat een prachtige alfa! Helemaal goed! Deze roept bij mij hetzelfde gevoel op als;...

Aernoudt schreef:Die 100 gram lichtere spiegels doen het 'm echt niet denk ik zo

Considerable work has gone into lowering the vehicle's centre of gravity; thus certain components such as the tailgate spoiler, roof and mirror fairings are in carbon-fibre; while aluminium is used extensively in the braking system, suspension, and some parts of the chassis.

Aernoudt schreef:1230 kilo ongeveer