Especificaciones y análisis del Abarth 500
Power
140HP
Torque
206Nm
Consumption
6.5l/100
Emissions
151g/km
0-100 km/h
8.1s
Top Speed
205km/h
Weight
1120kg
Price
20,400€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 5v
FWD
4 / 3 doors
185 L
35 L
103 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Abarth 500 1.4 16v T-JET 140 CV (Secuencial) (2012-2015)
General description
The 140 HP Abarth 500 is the modern reincarnation of a myth. Based on the iconic Fiat 500, the Abarth scorpion injects a massive dose of venom and sportiness. This little rocket, with its 1.4 T-JET engine and sequential gearbox, is not just a car, it's a statement of intent, a rolling tribute to the Italian passion for speed and character.
Driving experience
Driving this Abarth is a visceral experience that bombards the senses. The roar of the exhaust on startup gives you goosebumps, a promise of the character about to be unleashed. Every acceleration pins you to the seat, with an energetic and addictive response thanks to its 140 HP and 206 Nm of torque. The suspension is firm, communicating every imperfection of the asphalt and turning every curve into an invitation to play. Its short wheelbase and light weight transform it into an agile and reactive go-kart, an adult's toy that makes you smile on every journey.
Design and aesthetics
Its aesthetics are unmistakable and shamelessly sporty. The charming design of the Fiat 500 becomes muscular and aggressive with widened bumpers, side skirts, a prominent rear spoiler, and 16-inch wheels that barely fit in the wheel arches. The interior follows the same theme, with body-hugging seats, a sports steering wheel, and the turbo pressure gauge presiding over the dashboard. It's a car that doesn't ask for permission; it simply imposes its presence with overwhelming charisma.
Technology and features
The technology in this Abarth is at the service of performance, not entertainment. The heart is its 1.4 T-JET engine, an engineering gem that combines indirect injection and a turbo to deliver power forcefully. The five-speed sequential automatic gearbox allows for comfortable city driving and more involved handling on mountain roads. The electric power steering and the 'Sport' mode, which sharpens the throttle response, are the key elements that define its technological soul, focused purely on the driving experience.
Competition
In its time, this little scorpion faced rivals like the MINI Cooper S or the Ford Fiesta ST. While its competitors perhaps offered more space or a slightly more versatile approach, the Abarth 500 played in its own league, that of pure emotion and Italian character. None could match its intoxicating sound or its unique and charismatic aesthetics. It was the passionate choice, the one bought with the heart, standing out for being the smallest and most radical of the group.
Conclusion
The Abarth 500 is not a logical car. Its 185-liter trunk is tiny and its practicality is limited. But none of that matters when you turn the key. It is a machine for generating sensations, an antidote to automotive boredom. It represents the joy of driving in its most concentrated and pure form. A wonderful indulgence that rewards you with a smile every time you get behind the wheel, a future classic that captures the essence of what it means to love cars.