Considering an ECU remap for your Alfa Romeo 156 1.6i 120hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 1997 - 2003 petrol engine from 120 BHP to 133 BHP and from 146 Nm to 165 Nm of torque (naturally aspirated). This engine scores 4.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Alfa Romeo 156 can achieve.
The Alfa Romeo 156 1.6i 120hp is a 1.6L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 120 BHP and 146 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 133 BHP and 165 Nm — a gain of around 13 BHP (11%) and 19 Nm (13%).
This engine has limited remap suitability, with a balanced spread of gains across both power and torque — providing a noticeable improvement across the rev range. The tuning headroom is classified as moderate, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
Considerations: Naturally aspirated engine: gains are usually limited; results vary widely.
All figures shown are typical estimates based on aggregated Stage 1 data for this engine variant. Actual results depend on vehicle condition, mileage, and the chosen tuning method. We recommend discussing your specific vehicle with a qualified remap professional.
| Engine | BHP | Gain | Torque | Gain | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.9 JTD 105hp | 105 → 140 | +35 | 255 → 315 | +60 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 110 → 140 |
| +30 |
| 275 → 330 |
| +55 |
| Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.9 JTD 115hp | 115 → 145 | +30 | 275 → 325 | +50 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.4 JTD 136hp | 136 → 170 | +34 | 310 → 380 | +70 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.9 JTD 136hp | 136 → 175 | +39 | 305 → 380 | +75 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.9 JTD 140hp | 140 → 175 | +35 | 305 → 380 | +75 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.8 T.Spark 16v 144hp | 144 → 154 | +10 | 169 → 184 | +15 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 1.9 JTD 150hp | 150 → 185 | +35 | 305 → 380 | +75 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.4 JTD 150hp | 150 → 185 | +35 | 304 → 385 | +81 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.5 V6 190hp | 190 → 200 | +10 | 220 → 240 | +20 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 3.2 V6 GTA 250hp | 250 → 270 | +20 | 300 → 320 | +20 | Moderate (4/10) |
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All figures shown are typical estimates based on aggregated Stage 1 data for this engine variant. Actual results depend on vehicle condition, mileage, and the chosen tuning method.
We recommend discussing your specific vehicle with a qualified remap professional before proceeding.
