Especificaciones y análisis del Abarth 500
Power
135HP
Torque
206Nm
Consumption
6.5l/100
Emissions
155g/km
0-100 km/h
7.9s
Top Speed
205km/h
Weight
1110kg
Price
18,700€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
4 / 3 doors
185 L
35 L
99 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Abarth 500 1.4 16v T-JET 135 CV (2012-2015)
General description
The Abarth 500 is not just a Fiat 500 with more power; it is the reincarnation of a myth, a small scorpion with an addictive venom. Born in 2009 and updated for this 2012 version, this car captures the essence of Italian sportiness in a tiny bottle. With its 135-horsepower 1.4 T-JET engine, it promises a visceral and character-filled driving experience, a rolling tribute to Carlo Abarth's philosophy of creating 'small but wicked' cars.
Driving experience
Driving an Abarth 500 is an explosion for the senses. The throaty roar of the exhaust on startup gives you goosebumps, a promise of what's to come. Every press of the accelerator is accompanied by the whistle of the turbo and a kick that pins you to the seat, making you feel a much greater speed than you're actually going. Its firm chassis and short wheelbase turn it into a street-legal go-kart; you feel the asphalt, read every curve with pinpoint precision, and it urges you to seek the next turn. The five-speed manual transmission is your perfect partner in this dance, and when you press the 'Sport' button, everything becomes more immediate, rawer, more addictive. It's a smile-generating machine.
Design and aesthetics
Its aesthetics are a statement of intent. It maintains the iconic and friendly silhouette of the Fiat 500 but dresses it in a battle suit. The aggressive bumpers, side skirts, rear diffuser with its dual exhaust, and 16-inch wheels scream 'performance'. The scorpion logos replace the Fiat ones, making it clear that this is no ordinary car. Inside, the racing atmosphere continues with seats that hug you, a sports steering wheel, and, above all, the turbo pressure gauge presiding over the dashboard, a constant reminder of the heart beating under the hood.
Technology and features
The technology in the Abarth 500 is at the service of driving, not distraction. Its crown jewel is the 1.4 T-JET engine, a compact and energetic piece of engineering. It is complemented by the TTC (Torque Transfer Control) system, an electronic differential that brakes the inner wheel in corners to improve traction and allow you to shoot out of the apex. The 'Sport' mode is not just a button; it's a personality change that sharpens the throttle response and stiffens the electric steering for a more direct feel. The real connection here is mechanical, between the driver, the machine, and the road.
Competition
In the small sports car playground, the Abarth 500 faced high-caliber rivals. Its natural arch-nemesis was always the MINI Cooper S, another retro-style icon with devilish go-kart handling. It also had to compete with the Ford Fiesta ST, a car unanimously praised for the brilliance of its chassis and its effectiveness on twisty roads. The Suzuki Swift Sport represented a lighter, more agile alternative. Each offered its own recipe for fun, but few could match the charisma and brazen sound of the little Italian scorpion.
Conclusion
The Abarth 500 is a passionate, irrational, and absolutely wonderful car. It is not the most practical, nor the most comfortable, nor the most advanced. It is an indulgence, a second option in the garage for those seeking pure sensations. It is a car that talks to you, that demands from you, and that rewards you with an authentic and memorable driving experience. Buying an Abarth 500 is not a logical decision; it is a decision of the heart, a tribute to a way of understanding motorsport that is increasingly hard to find.