Especificaciones y análisis del Fiat 500
Power
69HP
Torque
102Nm
Consumption
5l/100
Emissions
115g/km
0-100 km/h
12.9s
Top Speed
160km/h
Weight
940kg
Price
12,200€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 5v
FWD
4 / 3 doors
185 L
35 L
51 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Fiat 500 Pop 1.2 69 CV Dualogic (2008-2010)
General description
The 2008 Fiat 500 is not just a car, it's the reincarnation of a myth, a piece of the Italian 'dolce vita' adapted for the 21st century. Driving it is a statement of intent, a commitment to style and joy in a world of homogeneous designs. This little giant was born to conquer the city and hearts with a charisma that transcends metal and engine.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the Fiat 500 feels like an agile and lively toy. Its 69 horsepower, though modest, moves its light chassis with surprising ease, turning every traffic light and every corner into an opportunity to smile. The Dualogic gearbox adds comfort in dense urban traffic, although its sometimes hesitant nature reminds us that we are dealing with a machine with a soul. It doesn't seek pure speed, but the thrill of movement, the direct connection with the asphalt, and the feeling of being the star of your own urban movie.
Design and aesthetics
Design is its soul and its greatest argument. It is a neo-retro work of art that evokes nostalgia and modernity in equal parts. Every curve, every round headlight, and every chrome detail is a tribute to the original 1957 icon. Inside, the body-colored dashboard and the concentric speedometer create a unique atmosphere, a cozy and chic space that makes you feel special. It's a car that not only takes you places but also dresses you and defines you.
Technology and features
In its time, the Fiat 500 offered just the right technology to make life easier. The electric power steering with 'City' mode is a blessing for parking, turning the most tedious maneuvers into child's play. The Dualogic robotized gearbox was a bet on comfort in a segment where manual was the norm. However, its charm does not lie in screens or advanced assistants, but in the purity of a driving experience focused on the essential and the emotional.
Competition
In the style department, its great rival was undoubtedly the MINI, another reinvented icon that offered a more sporty and premium experience. However, the Fiat 500 played in its own league of Italian charm, more accessible and lighthearted. Other city cars like the Ford Ka, the Renault Twingo, or the Citroën C1/Peugeot 107/Toyota Aygo trio competed in size and price, but none could match the historical weight and emotional impact of the little cinquecento.
Conclusion
The Fiat 500 Pop is a purchase made with the heart. It's imperfect, it's not the most spacious or the fastest, but its overwhelming personality makes up for everything. It's an antidote to boredom, a car that pleases the eye every morning and turns the most routine commute into a small pleasure. More than a means of transport, it's a life companion that proves the best things always come in small packages.