Especificaciones y análisis del Abarth 500
Power
179HP
Torque
250Nm
Consumption
6l/100
Emissions
139g/km
0-100 km/h
6.7s
Top Speed
225km/h
Weight
1110kg
Price
23,925€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
4 / 3 doors
185 L
35 L
132 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Abarth 595 Competizione 1.4 16v T-JET 180 CV (2015-2016)
General description
The Abarth 595 Competizione is the embodiment of the scorpion's venom in the body of a Fiat 500. It's not a car; it's a statement of intent. With its 180 HP 1.4 T-JET engine, this small pocket rocket forgoes practicality to deliver a pure, concentrated dose of adrenaline, a modern tribute to Abarth's legendary heritage.
Driving experience
Driving the 595 Competizione is a visceral experience that bombards the senses. The hoarse roar of the exhaust on startup gives you goosebumps, and every press of the accelerator pins you to the seat with a ferocity unexpected for its size. The firm and communicative suspension makes you feel every imperfection of the asphalt, while the precise steering invites you to attack every corner. It's a machine that doesn't isolate you but makes you a participant in an addictive and brutally fun mechanical dance.
Design and aesthetics
Its aesthetics are a perfect contradiction: the iconic and friendly silhouette of the 500, brutalized with elements that scream performance. Aggressive bumpers, 17-inch wheels that barely fit in the wheel arches, an imposing rear diffuser, and the unmistakable scorpion logo. Inside, the racing atmosphere continues with sport seats that hug you, a flat-bottomed steering wheel, and Alcantara details. It's a design that doesn't ask for permission; it simply imposes its character.
Technology and features
The technology in the 595 Competizione is exclusively at the service of performance. The heart is the 1.4 T-JET engine, supercharged by a turbo. The chassis relies on a sport suspension and a high-performance Brembo braking system to stop its 1110 kg with overwhelming force. The TTC (Torque Transfer Control) system emulates a limited-slip differential, ensuring optimal traction when exiting the tightest corners. Here, technology doesn't seek comfort; it seeks efficiency.
Competition
In the exclusive club of small sports cars, the 595 Competizione faces rivals like the MINI Cooper S or the Ford Fiesta ST of its era. While the MINI offers a more refined feel and the Fiesta a superb balance, neither can match the theatrical character and overflowing personality of the Italian. The Abarth doesn't compete on practicality or comfort; it competes on pure emotion, and in that field, it plays in a league of its own.
Conclusion
The Abarth 595 Competizione is a purely passionate purchase, a wonderful indulgence for those who love driving above all else. It's noisy, firm, and impractical, but every kilometer behind the wheel is a reward. It's proof that you don't need a supercar to feel extreme emotions. It's a car with a soul, a little devil that steals your heart and makes you smile without fail.