The Alfa Romeo 4C GTA planned for a 2011 Geneva show debut could already be headed for production. The new Alfa two-seater coupé is being described as the brand’s new “halo” car and could finally give the royal sporty treatment to a brand that many have been hoping would get back to its sports and racing roots.

The 4C GTA technical details we know so far: rear engine, rear-wheel drive, two-seater, lightweight coupé with a carbon fibre and aluminium chassis. At this stage rumours suggest it will have the same 1.8-litre engine as the Alfa Giulietta, but with power up to 250 hp. Reports deny that it is being built by Pininfarina and the Geneva debut is still doubtful due to “delays in the concept model construction”.

The carbon fibre cockpit is being built by specialist Dallara and should be their next take on their previous project of the KTM X-Bow. Will the 4C GTA save Alfa? Enthusiasts have been dreaming of a new sports car from the Fiat brand, and this time round it could prove to be affordable. About 25,000 units are planned and Alfa says it wants a price tag of about 40,000 euros. Compared to the 8C Competizione, it could bring the Alfa Romeo brand back to Italians, in sports style.

Source | Automotive News
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