Vittorio Jano
Italian automotive engineer and designer
Born
April 22nd, 1891
134 years ago
Died
March 13th, 1965
60 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Italy
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Designed the Alfa Romeo 158, winning multiple races
Contributed to the development of Alfa Romeo 159
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