Alfa Romeo 4C (Super Street)
The Alfa Romeo 4C is a lightweight Italian sports coupe built around a carbon fiber monocoque and a turbocharged mid-engine layout. Compact, exotic, and focused on low mass above all else, it delivers a raw driving experience that feels far more special than its modest displacement suggests.
Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)
Powertrain: 1.75L turbocharged inline-4, mid-mounted, longitudinal
Total Output: 237 hp (177 kW)
Redline: ~6,500 rpm
Transmission: 6-speed dual-clutch automatic
Weight: 895 kg dry weight
Dimensions: ~3,989 mm long × 1,864 mm wide × 1,183 mm tall | Wheelbase 2,438 mm
Tires: Performance road tires on lightweight alloy wheels
Brakes: Ventilated discs with sport calipers
Layout: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
In the Simulator Feel
The 4C is a feathery, reactive rear-drive sports car that rewards momentum driving and precise inputs. With so little mass, it changes direction eagerly and feels alive in the hands, but that same lightness also means it can get nervous over bumps, aggressive curbs, or sudden throttle application. It thrives when you stay smooth and keep the chassis settled.
Engine & Sound: The turbo four has a punchy mid-range and a characterful, metallic note with plenty of induction and turbo noise. It doesn't scream like a high-revving naturally aspirated engine, but it has a lively, eager feel as boost builds and the car surges out of slower corners.
Handling Characteristics:
Cornering: Very quick turn-in and excellent agility, but can become twitchy at the limit.
Traction: Respectable for the weight and power, though rear grip can disappear quickly if you are abrupt on throttle.
Braking: Strong stopping power for a road car, with the low mass helping stability under braking.
Top Speed: Modest by sports car standards, but the light weight helps it feel energetic on shorter straights.
Driving Style Tip: Carry speed, brake early and cleanly, and avoid overdriving the front end. The 4C is best when you trust its momentum and let the chassis rotate naturally instead of forcing it.
Livery & Aesthetics: The Alfa Romeo 4C has all the visual drama you’d expect from a compact Italian exotic — short overhangs, sculpted bodywork, exposed carbon elements, and a low-slung stance that makes it look expensive even standing still. In sim, it has a gorgeous presence whether you run it in factory red or a more subtle track-day livery.
For drivers who enjoy lightweight, analog-feeling road cars, the Alfa Romeo 4C is a rewarding and distinctive choice — a tiny mid-engine machine with real personality.