Especificaciones y análisis del Fiat 500
Power
85HP
Torque
145Nm
Consumption
4.1l/100
Emissions
95g/km
0-100 km/h
11s
Top Speed
173km/h
Weight
1045kg
Price
17,074€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
4 / 2 doors
182 L
35 L
62.5 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Fiat 500C Lounge 0.9 Turbo TwinAir 85 CV (2010-2012)
General description
The Fiat 500C is much more than a car; it's a rolling icon, a piece of 'la dolce vita' adapted for the 21st century. This version with the 85 HP TwinAir engine is not just a pretty face, it's a statement of intent: a tiny, brave two-cylinder heart that beats with an overwhelming personality, promising a unique and charming open-air driving experience.
Driving experience
Driving this 500C is a sensory experience. The characteristic rattle and vibrant sound of the two-cylinder engine bring a smile to your face, reminding you that you're not in just any car. Its 85 horsepower feels lively and energetic, especially in the city, where its agility is superb. The manual transmission connects you to the machine, and although its 0 to 100 in 11 seconds isn't breathtaking, the sensation of speed with the top down is pure euphoria. It's a car that invites you to enjoy the journey, not just the destination.
Design and aesthetics
Design is its soul. Fiat achieved a masterful reinterpretation of the 1957 classic, and this cabrio version elevates its charm to the maximum. The rounded lines, friendly headlights, and compact proportions create an irresistible image. The canvas top, which slides back while keeping the side arches, offers the freedom of a convertible without sacrificing the 500's iconic silhouette. Inside, the body-colored dashboard and design details envelop you in a chic and optimistic atmosphere.
Technology and features
The true technological gem of this car is its 0.9 TwinAir engine. A two-cylinder-only engine with a turbo and indirect injection was a bold bet on efficiency at the time. With a certified consumption of 4.1 liters and emissions of only 95 g/km of CO2, supported by a Start&Stop system, it proved that you could be fun and respectful. Although the rest of the technological equipment may seem simple today, the heart of this Fiat was a small engineering revolution.
Competition
In the exclusive club of stylish city cars with a retractable roof, its main rival was the MINI Cabrio, which offered a sportier drive and a more premium positioning. It also competed for the hearts of urban drivers with the Smart Fortwo Cabrio, albeit with a more radically city-focused approach. Other models like the Citroën DS3 Cabrio arrived to liven up a segment where design and personality are everything.
Conclusion
The Fiat 500C TwinAir is a purely emotional purchase. It's a car that chooses you as much as you choose it. It's not the most practical or the fastest, but few vehicles of its size can generate so many smiles per kilometer. It's the perfect choice for someone looking for a second car with an immense soul, a companion for urban getaways and coastal drives that turns every trip into a small celebration of life.