02-20-2009, 03:59 AM
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Alfa Romeo MiTo GTA Concept
UGLY!!!
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02-20-2009, 05:54 AM
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Didnt the Ford Edsel have a vagina grill like that in the 1950's?
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02-20-2009, 09:31 AM
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Originally Posted by HeilSvenska
UGLY!!!
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Very good looking
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02-20-2009, 10:06 AM
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It's a good looking little car. Good picture also, it doesn't look that good in real life.
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02-20-2009, 01:49 PM
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The 8c IS part of Alfa's language, seen a 33 stradale? Now the MiTo itself is rather controversial, supercar design tends not to downscale that well. Personally some days i like it, some days it shocks me....
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02-20-2009, 01:53 PM
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I'm just exaggerating. But I always thought the Brera inspired cars were the future for Alfa. We'll see if it can adapt the look to cars in the other range successfully.
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02-20-2009, 02:35 PM
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The Brera is beautiful and i'd agree it makes more sense to go that route for their mid/low range. I just went to the MiTo landing page and this time it looks like a purse, i keep getting different reactions to it all the time....
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02-20-2009, 08:30 PM
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I like it
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02-20-2009, 10:08 PM
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I like it.
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02-21-2009, 05:39 AM
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I think that the angle is not the best to put it in good perspective. From other angles it can look good
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02-21-2009, 07:17 AM
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It's a bid sad looking, I still get an erection when I see pre Brera nosed, 156, I reckon the best looking saloon ever.
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02-21-2009, 01:25 PM
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Looks a bit like Tweety whos just spotted Sylvester!
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02-23-2009, 10:33 AM
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ALFA MiTo GTA CONCEPT TO STAR AT GENEVA MOTOR SHOW
A high performance concept of the new Alfa MiTo, the Alfa MiTo GTA, will be starring at this year's Geneva International Motor Show in early March.
In line with the famous GTA (Gran Turismo Alleggerito) signature, (Alleggerito means reduced weight in Italian), the 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 new 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 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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240hp from a 1.7L engine... It might not see production at all.
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02-23-2009, 01:30 PM
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Originally Posted by zeus_2011
Looks a bit like Tweety whos just spotted Sylvester!
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02-23-2009, 03:03 PM
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