FIAT 500 Abarth

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FIAT 500 Abarth F595 Abarth
FIAT 500 Abarth F595 Abarth  2021 2022
2021 2022

While its electric-powered cousin Fiat 500 conquered the hearts and money of the eco-friendly vehicles buyers, the Abarth 595 version pushed the boundaries of its internal combustion unit.
As part of the Fiat Group, Abarth built its vehicles differently, where the performance factor stood on top of anything else. However, unlike AMG, it didn’t focus on luxurious items but turned its attention towards design, technical packages, and a sporty ambiance, even in the small Fiat 500 series.

The Abarth 595 featured a different front fascia than the electric-powered 500. It still sported the round headlights and elliptic lamps underneath them. Still, it sported a functional grille on the lower part of the front bumper, needed to cool the internal combustion engine. It sat between the small, round fog lights. From its sides, the 595 featured 17” light-alloy wheels, while in the back, the carmaker installed a quad exhaust system with twin pipes on each side.

Inside, the car received a mild upgrade with a leather steering wheel and leather Abarth sports seats complemented with black design cues. In addition, the carmaker applied a matte black frame on the 7” HD Uconnect infotainment system, and the same color adorned the dashboard.

But the essential part of any Abarth was under the skin. The 1.4-liter turbocharged engine came from Formula 4 and provided enough grunt for the car to reach a top speed of 135 mph (217 kph) and the 0 to 62 mph (0-100 kph) time in just 7.3 seconds. So along with the stiff suspension and the big brakes kit, it transformed the Abarth 595 into a fun car on tight race tracks.

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FIAT 500 Abarth
FIAT 500 Abarth   2008 2022
2008 2022

Fiat 500 Abarth is a customized version of the base 500 model designed within a partnership between Fiat and Abarth.
The two companies modified most parts of the car, including engine and design elements such as front bumper and grille, wheels plus exterior mirrors. In terms of performance, the 500 Abarth is powered by a 1.4 16V turbocharged petrol engine capable of developing a maximum power of 135 bhp at 5,000 rpm combined with a torque of 206 Nm at 3,000 rpm. Safety has also been enhanced with ESP, now available as standard, plus TTC (Torque Transfer Control) and seven airbags, all of them installed as standard.

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FIAT 500 Abarth 695 Abarth Biposto
FIAT 500 Abarth 695 Abarth Biposto  2014 2022
2014 2022

Fifty years after the original model was introduced to the world, the Fiat Abarth 695 once again hit the Geneva Motor Show in 2014 floor.
It also gained the “Biposto” name sticked at the back, meaning it has room only for two and is ready to race anytime. The 695 Biposto ditches most of the convenience features making for the most extreme 500 ever built. It comes with front mounted intercooler, Akrapovich exhaust, Extreme Shox adjustable shock absorbers, MXL digital data logger, Abarth Corsa by Sabelt seats with 4-point belts, Brembo brakes, light 18-inch OZ wheels and a rear titanium roll bar. Rear seats, audio system, xenon headlamps, foglights, climate control and the electric windows are all gone here, leaving the car weight only 997 kg. There are several customization kits available for the Abarth 695 Biposto, which can sweeten the pot by adding an aluminum hood, titanium water/oil/fuel caps, carbon fiber mirror casings and interior trimmings as well as driver personalized racing gear.

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FIAT 500 Abarth 500C Abarth
FIAT 500 Abarth 500C Abarth  2012 2022
2012 2022

The Fiat 500 Abarth brought world-class performance and precision, purposeful and aggressive styling, high power-to-weight ratio and limited-production volume to North American driving enthusiasts in 2012.
Adding even more excitement to Karl Abarth’s line of “small but wicked” cars, the new 2013 Fiat 500C Abarth Cabrio harks back to his open-air track cars of the 1960s, while delivering the most visceral experience of any modern Cinquecento to date. With the Fiat 500 Abarth’s high-performance DNA intact, the new 2013 Fiat 500C Abarth is engineered with the same track-proven attributes that have made the hatchback model a success on European and North American roadways and racetracks, but now brings even more fresh air and the unmistakable Abarth-tuned exhaust note into the cabin. With just the push of a button, the Fiat 500C Abarth’s power-operated cloth top retracts up to the rear spoiler during speeds up to a best-in-class 60 mph (a midway point can be chosen by pressing the button anytime in between). Press the roof button again, and the roof will neatly fold all the way open and tuck neatly behind the rear head restraints (up to 50 mph). The power operated cloth top is also intelligently designed.

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FIAT 500 Abarth esseesse
FIAT 500 Abarth esseesse  2009 2022
2009 2022

The esseesse started as an add-on pack to the Fiat 500 Abarth, cranking up the power and sportiness levels another notch up.
So, if you had a 500 Abarth laying around with under 20,000 miles you could have ordered the kit, which came in a nice wooden box with Abarth logos, and go crazy with it. The kit added cross-drilled brakes, a stiffer suspension, 17-inch alloy rims, a new ECU, special badges and a performance air filter. The Abarth 500 esseesse could be had already built by the factory a bit later. The weight remains the same with the standard Abarth 500, but the extra 30 HP and the tuned suspension do make a considerable difference.

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FIAT 500 Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari
FIAT 500 Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari  2009 2022
2009 2022

While it might be still considered a mere Fiat 500, the Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari was a special, limited series that provided more excitement for the little Italian car.
Abarth and Ferrari had a history together, and after they shared the same roof under Fiat group, it wasn’t long before the three brands joined into a common project. While it couldn’t be made a Ferrari with a Fiat badge on it, the best solution was to take Fiat’s most wanted car, the 500, ask Abarth to tune it, and then add some Maranello spices on it. The result was the 500 Abarth 965 Tributo Ferrari.

At a glance, it was the same 500 that rattled inside cities with its tiny headlights and flashy color. But it was more than that. It featured a lowered front bumper, aerodynamically profiled side sills, and a different rear bumper. The 17” light-alloy wheels were definitely something else than on any other city vehicle around. It wasn’t a maxi-500; it was a mini-Ferrari. Its two gray stripes on the hood matched the color from the apron’s accents. And the stripes went on over the car and onto the tailgate.

Inside, Abarth installed high-bolstered sport bucket-seats upholstered in Alcantara. The dashboard featured carbon-fiber accents, and the thick steering wheel was different than in any other Fiat. There was no gear-stick on the center stack, just a few buttons to select the gearbox program. In addition to those, Abarth installed a pair of paddle shifters behind the steering wheel for the driver to manually change gears.

Under the hood, a 1.4-liter turbocharged gasoline engine provided 180 hp in a car that was just a little bit longer than a SMART ForTwo. Thanks to its tuned suspension, tweaked brakes, and fat tires, it was one of the best city hot-hatches on the market and priced more than any other Fiat from that time.

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FIAT 500 Abarth 500C Abarth esseesse
FIAT 500 Abarth 500C Abarth esseesse  2010 2022
2010 2022

Ever since the first generation of the 500, Fiat offered a top-cabriolet version for the little city car, and it generously offered it with a rag-top even on the sportiest versions.
Fiat and Abarth are linked together like M from BMW and AMG from Mercedes-Benz. There was no surprise that the Italian specialist tuned the 500 series into a stylish pocket-rocket that could roam the streets with its 160 hp turbocharged engine.

Abarth worked for the Italian carmaker and tuned the 1.4-liter engine to produce more power, but it didn’t forget to restyle the car’s exterior. Unlike the rest of the Fiat 500 range, it featured a lower apron at the front with a big mesh-grille and two fog-lights. On the outer sides, the tuner prepared two vents for the disc-brakes. The modifications went on and prepared a set of aerodynamic side-sills. To complete the sporty image, Abarth installed a roof-spoiler between the C-pillars. As with any 500 top-cabriolet, the 500C Abarth Essesse featured a power-retractable fabric roof folded down behind the rear seats, together with that spoiler.

Inside, Abarth changed the dashboard and mounted a boost-gauge next to the instrument cluster. The red metallic panel resembled the shape of the original Fiat 500 from the ’50s. Instead of a gear-lever, the carmaker installed four buttons on the center stack to control the gearbox. If the driver desired to change them manually, he or she could use the steering wheel’s paddle shifters.

Under the hood, Fiat dropped a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine that produced, with the Abarth help, a whopping 160 hp, which were sent to the front wheels via a five-speed automatic transmission.

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FIAT 500 Abarth 595 Abarth
FIAT 500 Abarth 595 Abarth  2016 2021
2016 2021

The little Fiat 500 was sold in over 1.5 million units before it received an ample refresh in 2015. With its charm and a nimble ride, the 500 received numerous updates inside and out.

The Fiat 500 might be called the Fiat brand savior. The charming little car was charming enough to bring back the Fiat brand in the U.S. And it was received as a fashion item more than a transportation device. Despite its small engines and lilliputian size, it fitted well between the big SUVs such as its relatives from RAM. And its powerful Abarth 595 added more grunt to the little car.

The 2016 Fiat 500 Abarth received a new design for the headlights and taillights. It also received LED daytime running lights. The new oversized air intake in the front bumper improved the cooling capacity by 18%. The rear bumper featured a more pronounced diffuser, for better ground effect.

The interior featured new colors and materials, including Alcantara and carbon-fiber trims. The 595 Turismo version was offered with black, tan or red leather seats, while standard on the 595 Competizione was the Corsa by Sabelt sport-bucket seats

The engine bay hosted a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine, but with different power outputs depending on the trim level. The 595 and 595 Turismo versions were offered with 145 hp and 160 hp, respectively, while the 595 Competizione (Racing) was boosted up to 180 hp. The standard gearbox for all Abarth 595 was a 5-speed manual, and a 5-speed auto was available at extra cost.

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FIAT 500 Abarth 595C Abarth
FIAT 500 Abarth 595C Abarth  2016 2021
2016 2021

When the 500 595 Abarth range was refreshed in 2015, its convertible sibling was updated as well.
Thus, the canvas-top pocket-rocket was ready to roam the streets under the open sky.

The Fiat 500 might be called the Fiat brand savior. The charming little car was charming enough to bring back the Fiat brand in the U.S. And it was received as a fashion item more than a transportation device. Despite its small engines and lilliputian size, it fitted well between the big SUVs such as its relatives from RAM. And its powerful Abarth 595 added more grunt to the little car.

The 2016 Fiat 500C Abarth received a new design for the headlights and taillights. It also received LED daytime running lights. The new, oversized, air intake in the front bumper improved the cooling effect by 18%. The rear bumper featured a more pronounced diffuser, for better ground effect.

The interior featured new colors and materials, including Alcantara and carbon-fiber trims. The 595C Turismo version was offered with black, tan, or red leather seats, while the Corsa sport-bucket seats by Sabelt were standard on the 595C Competizione.

The engine bay hosted a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine, but with different power outputs depending on the trim level. The 595 and 595 Turismo versions were offered with 145 hp and 160 hp, respectively, while the 595 Competizione (Racing) was boosted up to 180 hp. The standard gearbox for all Abarth 595 was a 5-speed manual, and a 5-speed auto was available at extra cost.

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FIAT 500 Abarth 595 Abarth
FIAT 500 Abarth 595 Abarth  2012 2015
2012 2015

The sporty car was inspired by the history 595 model, released in 1963.
The Abarth 595 was highly anticipated when it was released in 2012.

The exterior design of the Abarth was pretty much the same, with the exception of side skirts that were redesigned for better aerodynamics and the front bumper with large air vents. The specifc Abarth logo was also present on one side.

Inside the small Abarth you could find a nice combination of leather colors, with a unique flat-bottomed steering wheel, all wrapped up in leather with nice stitchings on the inside.

The sporty seats were manually adjustable and offered good comfort for the front passengers, while the nicely designed rear seats were a match for short people only, due to no headroom and reduced legroom.

The 1.4-liter 4-cylinder engine developed 160, and while it might not sound like a lot, the Abarth was a light car, and the combination of power and weight made it a fast vehicle.

The engine was mated to a 5-speed manual transmission, the only option available for this model.

The Abarth 595 offered halogen headlamps, alloy wheels, a faster electrically assisted power steering, power mirrors and even a fully powered sunroof.

Different systems could be controlled through the voice commands available in the owner’s manual, such as playing music from media or radio.

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FIAT 500 Abarth 595C Abarth
FIAT 500 Abarth 595C Abarth  2012 2015
2012 2015

With its long racing pedigree behind it, the Italian race-engineering company Abarth took the little Fiat 500 and transformed it into a mini hot-hatch, then it took its roof off to make the 595C model.
Back in 1963, Carlo Abarth took a standard Fiat 500 and tuned it. He increased the displacement up to 593 cc, named it 595, and then tuned the engine to provide 35 hp. It was more than enough for the light vehicle to provide more speed and, thanks to a lowered and stiffened suspension, to get faster around a track than the standard 500. In respect for that racing version, Fiat and Abarth met again, this time for the modern 500.

On the outside, the car featured a new aerodynamic package that showed a lowered apron at the front with a wide grille in the middle and two side scoops. Between the scoops and the center element, Abarth stuck the fog-lights. On the sides, the rocker-panels were lower and had a minor aerodynamic ground-effect. The main difference between the 595 and the 595C was the roof. While the regular version featured a fixed, metallic roof, the C-version sported a folding top, which could have been retracted behind the rear bench, above the trunk area.

Inside, the carmaker installed two sport seats at the front with integrated headrests. In the back, the bench was profiled for two. When it made the open-top version, Fiat took care not to take more room from the already small interior. The dash panel color matched the hand-stitched leather-clad interior. The carmaker included a sport steering wheel with a flattened bottom in the package.

Under the hood, Abarth took the 1.4-liter turbocharged engine and worked its magic. There were two output versions: 160 hp and 180 hp.

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