Based on Alfa Romeo’s hyper-hatch, the 147 GTA, the Autodelta 147 GTA is the product of extensive mechanical modifications in order to enhance the Alfa 147 GTA’s very evident sporty character.

Autodelta’s 147 GTA is powered by a bored-out version of the existing 3.2 V6 unit, with engine capacity now up to 3750cc, delivering 245 kW at 7300 rpm. Yes, that's right..... bored-out to 3.7 litres and producing 245 kW of power. It is capable of 0-100 kmh in just 5.0 seconds. New steel billet camshafts, a larger throttle and suitable re-mapping of the engine all quicken driving response and help achieve performance levels not found in many other current sports hatchback.

A bespoke stainless exhaust system, with new manifolds at the front and quadruple tailpipes at the back give the new engine a wide breathing range: 353 Nm torque at 4700rpm are at the driver’s disposal, and the rev redline stops just short of 8000rpm. A limited slip differential with 30 per cent progressive lock has been added to the package – the standard Alfa Romeo 147 GTA does without it – to help transform the extra power into tarmac-gripping performance via a new, stronger clutch, and custom-built 7.5 x 18” light alloy wheels wearing 225/40 tyres. Autodelta has also upgraded the suspension set-up, with uprated bushes, height-adjustable dampers with new coil springs and revised geometry settings for maximum body control. Stronger, heat-treated brake discs with special compound pads have been added to cope with the extra power.