From 2007 to 2020, the company assembled the 1.4-liter Fiat 198A4000 or 1.4 T-Jet engine, which was installed on the Italian company’s Bravo, Linea, Doblo, and Grande Punto models. Alfa Romeo MiTo, Giulietta, and Lancia Delta all frequently have this turbocharged engine under the hood.
187A1000, 169A4000, 176A8000, 188A4000, 188A5000, 199A6000, 350A1000, 198A1000, 198A4000, 955A6000, and 955A2000 are fire engines.
Specifications
| Production years | 2007-2020 |
| Displacement, cc | 1368 |
| Fuel system | distributed injection |
| Power output, hp | 120 |
| Torque output, Nm | 206 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 72 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 84 |
| Compression ratio | 9.8 |
| Features | DOHC, intercooler |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | IHI RHF3 VL37 |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 2.9 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 4/5 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Fiat Linea 2009) — city — highway — combined |
9.2 5.2 6.7 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~250 000 |
| Weight, kg | 125 |
The engine was installed on:
- Alfa Romeo MiTo I (Type 955) in 2008 – 2009;
- Alfa Romeo Giulietta I (Type 940) in 2010 – 2020;
- Fiat Bravo II (198) in 2007 – 2014;
- Fiat Doblo II (263) in 2010 – 2020;
- Fiat Grande Punto I (199) in 2007 – 2009;
- Fiat Linea I (323) in 2007 – 2018;
- Lancia Delta III (844) in 2008 – 2014.
Disadvantages of the Fiat 198A4000 engine
Overall, the motor is dependable and has a long lifespan, but it frequently worries about minor issues;
poor starting due to a malfunctioning fuel pressure regulator or a clogged filter;
Lubricant consumption emerges and quickly rises when the oil separator membrane is worn;
The exhaust manifold and hot portion of the turbine may crack at high mileage;
The turbocharger bypass valve’s rubber diaphragm frequently bursts.