Especificaciones y análisis del Fiat 500
Power
75HP
Torque
145Nm
Consumption
4.2l/100
Emissions
110g/km
0-100 km/h
12.5s
Top Speed
165km/h
Weight
1055kg
Price
15,300€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
FWD
4 / 3 doors
185 L
35 L
55 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Fiat 500 Lounge 1.3 Multijet 16V 75 CV (2008-2010)
General description
The 2008 Fiat 500 was not just a car, it was the reincarnation of an icon, a piece of the Italian 'dolce vita' adapted to the 21st century. This version with the 75 HP 1.3 Multijet diesel engine promised to combine the unmistakable style of the 'Cinquecento' with surprising efficiency and economy of use, becoming the perfect accomplice to conquer the urban jungle with a smile.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is a transportive experience. The 75 horsepower of the Multijet engine, although modest, feel lively and full of energy thanks to torque available from very low revs. It's agile, almost playful in traffic, and its 5-speed manual transmission has a precise feel that invites you to use it. It's not a sports car, but its lightness and precise electric steering give you a sense of control and fun that few cars of its size achieve.
Design and aesthetics
The design is pure emotion. Every curve, every round headlight, and every chrome detail of the Lounge trim is a tribute to the 1957 classic, but with a modern and bold execution. Inside, the body-colored dashboard and the huge central speedometer create a unique atmosphere, a cheerful and optimistic space that isolates you from the outside world. It's an object of desire, a car that not only takes you places but makes you feel special along the way.
Technology and features
For its time, the Fiat 500 offered technology designed to make life easier and more pleasant. The steering system with 'City' mode made parking child's play, lightening the assistance to the maximum. The instrument cluster, with its large concentric dial, was a solution as stylistic as it was functional. Although it may seem simple today, elements like the Blue&Me system for connecting the phone and the steering wheel controls were a touch of modernity in such a small segment.
Competition
In the realm of urban cars with soul, the Fiat 500 faced tough rivals. Its main competitor was, without a doubt, the MINI Cooper D, another reinvented icon that played in a similar league of style and customization. Other models like the Ford Ka, with which it shared a platform, or the chic Renault Twingo, tried to steal its spotlight. However, none managed to capture that purely Italian essence and charisma that made the 500 such a passionate choice.
Conclusion
The Fiat 500 1.3 Multijet is much more than the sum of its parts. It's a statement of intent, a car chosen with the heart. It combines a timeless design that you fall in love with at first sight with the practicality of an incredibly frugal diesel engine, ideal for daily use. Despite its logical space limitations, its charm, agility, and low running costs make it an irresistible option for anyone looking for a car with personality and soul.