Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 4/OHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity (Fiscal) cc | 1351 (1337) |
| Compression ratio :1 | 9,0 |
| Suitable for unleaded petrol | Yes |
| Minimum octane rating RON | 98/95 |
| Ignition system Make | Bosch |
| Ignition system Type | TSZ-i |
| Ignition system Description | Trans-i |
| Fuel system Make | Weber |
| Fuel system Type | 36 IDF |
| Fuel system Description | Carb-2V |
Ignition system
| Ignition coil Make | Bosch |
|---|---|
| Ignition coil Type | 0 221 119 008 |
| Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V | 11,0 |
| Primary resistance Ohm | 2,9-3,4 |
| Secondary resistance Ohm | 9500-13500 |
| Distributor (ECM) Make | Bosch |
| Distributor (ECM) No. | 0 221 119 008 |
| Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm | 0,4 |
| Dwell angle °(%) | 60-64 (67-71) |
Firing order
The firing order for the Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint 1.4 (1981–1988) is 1-3-2-4.
| Firing order | 1-3-2-4 |
|---|
Valve clearances
Valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint 1.4 (1981–1988) are 0,40 mm inlet and 0,50 mm exhaust, measured cold.
| Valve clearance - INLET mm | 0,40 cold |
|---|---|
| Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm | 0,50 cold |
Engine oil & fluids
Engine oil
The Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint 1.4 (1981–1988) takes 4.0 litres of engine oil with the filter.
A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-50 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SF.
A listed engine oil option is SAE 15W-50 as an alternative for moderate climates.
Manual gearbox
The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 3.5 litres. The specified oil is SAE 80W-90.
Coolant
The listed total cooling-system capacity is 7.0 litres.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Engine oil options | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | Moderate climate |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 10W-50 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SF |
| Ambient temperature range | Moderate climate alternative |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 15W-50 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 4.0 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | 80W-90 |
| Manual transmission litres | 3.5 |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 7.0 |
Service & electrical
Ignition timing
Basic ignition timing for the Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint 1.4 (1981–1988) is 8°±1° BTDC at 900 rpm.
| Ignition timing | Without vacuum |
|---|---|
| Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm | 8±1/900 |
| Ignition timing - alternative °Engine/rpm | 95=5±1/900 |
Spark plugs
The Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint 1.4 (1981–1988) uses Lodge 25HL spark plugs with a 0,6 mm electrode gap.
| Spark plugs Original equipment | Lodge |
|---|---|
| Spark plug Type | 25HL |
| Electrode gap mm | 0,6 |
| Spark plugs Make | Beru |
| Spark plug Type | 14-5DU |
| Electrode gap mm | 0,7 |
| Spark plugs Make | Bosch |
| Spark plug Type | W5DC |
| Electrode gap mm | 0,7 |
| Spark plugs Make | Champion |
| Spark plug Type | RN6YC |
| Electrode gap mm | 0,6 |
| Spark plugs Make | NGK |
| Spark plug Type | B7ES |
| Electrode gap mm | 0,6 |
Tuning and emissions
| Ignition advance | Without vacuum and basic timing |
|---|---|
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | 11-15/2000 |
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | 20-24/3000 |
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | 24-28/3500 |
| Vacuum check | Ignition timing advances |
| Vacuum range °Engine | 11-15 |
| Vacuum starts mbar | 53-87 |
| Vacuum ends mbar | 375 |
| Idle speed rpm | 850-1000 |
| Oil temperature °C | 70 |
| CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO | 3,5 Max |
| HC level at idle - alternative ppm | -1982=400 |
| CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO2 | 13-16 |
| O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O2 | 0,5-2,0 |
Starting and charging
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | /60 (36) |
|---|---|
| Maximum cranking amps A | 97-119 |
| Alternator output A/V/rpm | 45/14/2000 |
| Voltage regulator Type | 0 190 601 006 |
| Regulated voltage V | 13,9-14,8 |
Service checks and adjustments
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 4,5 Max |
|---|---|
| Drive belt size - alternator mm | 9,5x888 |
Fuel system
| Fuel pump delivery pressure bar | 0,4 |
|---|
Tightening torques
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Main bearings Stage 1 | — |
| View more information | — |
| Main bearings | |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | 22-24 Nm |
| Big end bearings Stage 2 | 44-49 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 96-107 Nm |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | 118-144 Nm |
| Spark plugs | 25-35 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | — |
| Driveshaft hub bolt | |
| Road wheels | 65-80 Nm |
Frequently asked questions
What is the firing order of the Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint 1.4?
The firing order for the Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint 1.4 (1981–1988) is 1-3-2-4.
What spark plugs does the Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint 1.4 use?
The Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint 1.4 (1981–1988) uses Lodge 25HL spark plugs with a 0,6 mm electrode gap.
How much oil does the Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint 1.4 take?
The Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint 1.4 (1981–1988) takes 4.0 litres of engine oil with the filter. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-50 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SF. A listed engine oil option is SAE 15W-50 as an alternative for moderate climates.
What are the valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint 1.4?
Valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint 1.4 (1981–1988) are 0,40 mm inlet and 0,50 mm exhaust, measured cold.
What is the ignition timing for the Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint 1.4?
Basic ignition timing for the Alfa Romeo Alfasud Sprint 1.4 (1981–1988) is 8°±1° BTDC at 900 rpm.