THE 147 is powered by the familiar Twin Spark, 2.0-litre, four-cylinder engine which features twin spark plugs and four-valves per-cylinder, variable valve timing and a variable length inlet manifold. Peak power is 110kW at 6300rpm and peak torque is 181Nm at 3800rpm. Claimed acceleration from rest to 100km/h is 9.3 seconds and 0-1000m 30.2 seconds. Top speed is 208km/h. Official (EU Directive 93/116) fuel consumption figures indicate the 147 consumes 12.1L/100km on the theoretical urban cycle and 7.0 L/100km on the highway.