Alfa Romeo1967–1972Technical specifications

Nuova Super 1.3: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 1.3-litre petrol (engine code 005.30/005.92). Covers engine, fluids, service and torques: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Summary

Match the engine code (005.30/005.92) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Alfa Romeo
Model: Nuova Super
Years: 1967–1972
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: 005.30/005.92

Performance & efficiency

Power: 64 kW (87 hp)
Engine size: 1,290 cc
Cylinders: 4 · OHC
Compression ratio: 9:1
Fuel system: Weber/Dellorto

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 5.5-6.5 litres

All 68 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/OHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	1290
Compression ratio :1	9
Suitable for unleaded petrol	No
Minimum octane rating RON	98
Ignition system Make	Bosch
Ignition system Type	SZ
Ignition system Description	CB
Fuel system Make	Weber/Dellorto
Fuel system Type	DCOE/DHLA
Fuel system Description	Carb-2V

Ignition system

Ignition coil Make	Bosch
Ignition coil Type	0 221 102 021
Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V	11,0
Primary resistance Ohm	3,1-3,6
Distributor (ECM) Make	Bosch
Distributor (ECM) No.	0 231 110 041
Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm	0,4
Dwell angle °(%)	65-68 (72-76)

Firing order

The firing order for the Alfa Romeo Nuova Super 1.3 (1967–1972) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo Nuova Super 1.3 (1967–1972) are 0,50 mm inlet and 0,55 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	0,50 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	0,55 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Alfa Romeo Nuova Super 1.3 (1967–1972) takes 5.5-6.5 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 10W-50 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SE.

Manual gearbox

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 2.0 litres.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 7.5 litres.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SE
Engine with filter(s) litres	5.5-6.5
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission litres	2.0
Differential rear litres	1.5
Cooling system - total capacity litres	7.5

Service & electrical

Battery

The Alfa Romeo Nuova Super 1.3 (1967–1972) uses a 12 V, 60 Ah battery (reserve capacity 90 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12/90 (60)

Spark plugs

The Alfa Romeo Nuova Super 1.3 (1967–1972) uses Bosch W5DC spark plugs with a 0,7 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipment	Bosch
Spark plug Type	W5DC
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	RN7YCC
Electrode gap mm	0,7

Tuning and emissions

Static timing	2-4
Ignition timing	Without vacuum
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	40-43/5000
Ignition advance	Without vacuum and basic timing
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	10-20/1000
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	25-30/2000
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	29-34/3000
Idle speed rpm	700
Oil temperature °C	70
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO	2,0-4,0

Starting and charging

Starter motor Make	Bosch
Starter motor Type	0 001 211 004
Minimum starting voltage V	9,0
Maximum cranking amps A	162-198
Alternator Make	Bosch
Voltage regulator Type	0 190 350 023

Service checks and adjustments

Thermostat opens °C	82
Drive belt size - alternator mm	9,5x735
Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm	10

Fuel system

Fuel pump delivery pressure bar	0,4

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Alfa Romeo Nuova Super 1.3 (1967–1972) are tightened in 2 stages: 62-64 Nm, then a final 66-67 Nm.

Cylinder head
Tighten	62-64 Nm
Tighten	66-67 Nm

Other engine tightening torques
Main bearings Stage 1	16-17 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	32-35 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 1	17-18 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	34-46 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	42-45 Nm
Spark plugs	25-35 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Road wheels	65-80 Nm

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Alfa Romeo Nuova Super 1.3?

The firing order for the Alfa Romeo Nuova Super 1.3 (1967–1972) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Alfa Romeo Nuova Super 1.3 use?

The Alfa Romeo Nuova Super 1.3 (1967–1972) uses Bosch W5DC spark plugs with a 0,7 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Alfa Romeo Nuova Super 1.3 take?

The Alfa Romeo Nuova Super 1.3 (1967–1972) takes 5.5-6.5 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 10W-50 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SE.

What are the valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo Nuova Super 1.3?

Valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo Nuova Super 1.3 (1967–1972) are 0,50 mm inlet and 0,55 mm exhaust, measured cold.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Alfa Romeo Nuova Super 1.3?

The cylinder head bolts on the Alfa Romeo Nuova Super 1.3 (1967–1972) are tightened in 2 stages: 62-64 Nm, then a final 66-67 Nm.

What battery does the Alfa Romeo Nuova Super 1.3 use?

The Alfa Romeo Nuova Super 1.3 (1967–1972) uses a 12 V, 60 Ah battery (reserve capacity 90 minutes).