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faithful to the small but wicked saying coined for Karl abarths cars in the 1960s, the new 2012 fiat 500 abarth arrives to america with the racing traditions that have made it a success on european roadways and racetracks world-class performance and precision, purposeful and aggressive styling, high power-to-weight ratio and limited-production volume. bringing the 2012 fiat 500 abarth to the u.s. enables us to reach out to driving enthusiasts who want Italian performance at an attainable price, said olivier Francois, Head of FIAT Brand and Chief Marketing Officer Chrysler Group LLC. with its lightweight, track-tuned handling and purpose-built design, the fiat 500 abarth brings to life the legendary racing heritage of the brand and becomes the Italian high-performance car for everyday driving. building on the excitement of the new 2012 fiat 500 (cinquecento), the new fiat 500 abarth is designed for track-day enthusiasts and driving purists who want the ultimate high-performance small car with the pedigree of an exclusive Italian exotic. with its all-new 1.4-liter multiair turbo engine, abarth-tuned suspension and brake systems, race-inspired design, and technology features not traditionally included on a small car, the new 2012 fiat 500 abarth unleashes the brands legendary performance heritage to american streets.
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Attainable
o state-of-the-art powertrain and chassis technology once limited to premium-priced performance cars
Competitive
o benchmark levels of performance, track-proven reliability and durability
Racing Heritage
o more than 60 years of performance and competition tuning, including active international series races today
Aggressive
o Purposeful and functional performance design, abarth-tuned powertrain control module (Pcm) and performance-tuned exhaust with menacing sound
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New 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth builds on the Abarth brands tradition of exterior and interior design enhancements added only for performance gain Its aggressive exterior is specifically designed for aerodynamic efficiency, improved down force and maximum system cooling No-nonsense enthusiasts cockpit provides all that is required for performance driving, as well as everyday driving comfort and convenience Iconic Abarth shields pay homage to the brands racing heritage
the aggressive styling of the new 2012 fiat 500 abarth embodies the abarth brand tradition in full purposeful and intentional details all designed to improve the cars performance, while enhancing the clean and simple design language of the cinquecento.
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from the outside, the 2012 fiat 500 abarth is designed with the essence of a pure-Italian performance car functional, purposeful and high-emotion exterior design enhancements, all stylistically blended to improve aerodynamics, engine cooling and road-holding grip, said roberto giolito, head of fIat and abarth style. Inside, we surrounded the driver with a sporty and technical-styled cockpit, encapsulated with the performance equipment and exclusive details to make the 500 abarth a world-class performance machine.
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continuing the fiat 500 abarths unique front aerodynamic design treatment, the signature Abarth shield floats on a finned surface that serves as an additional air intake. below, the triptych of air intakes consists of three inlets with broader openings than the fiat 500. for a more aggressive look, a blacked-out fascia accent integrates projector-beam fog lamps and helps direct air for engine cooling. Twin nostrils are precisely positioned on the front fascia to maximize airflow in and out of the two engine intercoolers (both intercoolers are visible through the nostril inlets). More aggressive Abarth-designed side skirts provide a vertical and athletic profile, while highlighting the iconic curves of the fiat 500 abarth. abarth-designed 16-inch cast-aluminum wheels, or optional 17-inch lightweight forged-aluminum wheels, fill the flared wheel arches and provide ventilation for the performance brake system. In addition, both wheel designs allow visibility of the lacquered rosso (red) brake calipers. From the rear, a large liftgate-mounted spoiler extends the roofline of the Fiat 500 abarth and improves the vehicles aerodynamic behavior by creating additional down force. below, the two-piece abarth-styled rear fascia accentuates the road-holding stance of this high-performance 500 and optimizes airflow output with its black-accented rear diffuser. In addition, symmetric, twin exhaust cutouts deliver a powerful look, while large concentric double tip exhausts provide a tuned sound and abarth-exclusive look.
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enthusiast-designed cockpit
expanding on the no-nonsense design and high attention to detail found on the 2012 fiat 500, the new fiat 500 abarth features a performance-designed cockpit with unique appointments. the interior design theme of the 2012 fiat 500 abarth is an artistic blend of clean lines and functional performance appointments. an abarth-designed steering wheel features a thick rim, perforated leather and flat bottom to provide the look, feel and increased roominess desired during at-the-limit driving. for easier operation, and to keep the drivers eyes on the road ahead, the fiat 500 abarths steering wheel includes cruise, audio and blue&me handsfree communication technology controls. behind the steering wheel, the fiat 500 abarth features a large concentric instrument cluster with 160-mph speedometer, tachometer and trip computer. for a touch of sophistication, the instrument-panel cluster brow is wrapped in nero leather with rosso accent stitching. unique to the fiat 500 abarth is the addition of an analog turbo-boost gauge with integrated led shift light in the center that illuminates to optimize gear changes.
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Integrating the latest in portable vehicle navigation on top of the instrument panel, the available tomtom navigation with blue&me handsfree communication technology features a 4.3-inch touchscreen display. below the instrument panel, abarth-designed aluminum pedal covers feature nero rubber trim for a decidedly racing look, while the nero leather shift knob with rosso accent stitching provides a precise feel of the shifter. unique abarth-styled front performance seats feature a one-piece design with large side bolsters, racing-harness pass through, accent stitching around the perimeter and integrated side-thorax air bags. the fiat 500 abarths rear seat is designed to be comfortable for two adults and delivers the high quality, comfort and craftsmanship executed on the front seats. to highlight that this hatchback is roomy, the rear passengers upper seatbacks are raised and bolstered for added back support. for a contemporary and technical look, the fiat 500 abarth features the center stack, radio and climate control system, as well as the headliner and pillars finished in Nero, while the four-passenger seating is available in Nero (cloth or leather) or rosso/nero (leather) color combinations.
Design fiat 500 AbArth
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New 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth features performance hardware and tuning for world-class ride and handling Abarth-tuned chassis with Frequency Selective Damping (FSD) front shock absorbers automatically provide the dampening needed for the track or uneven roadways Lowered ride height, beefier rear suspension, larger brakes and wider tires deliver added driver confidence 500 Abarth engineers tested the new 2012 model for more than 2 million miles Development vehicles raced round-the-clock in 24-hour endurance challenges to prove durability
like the european model, the new 2012 fiat 500 abarth is designed, engineered and tested to deliver the high-performance driving and enduring capabilities needed for track use. and to make sure the 500 abarth provides the highest levels of driving thrill, every piece of hardware and every mile of development tuning has been thoroughly examined to ensure the european models dna is delivered to north american driving enthusiasts.
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the new 2012 fiat 500 abarth is more than the addition of power and world-class technology, its designed, developed and tuned to deliver the responsiveness, control and precision a performance driver wants and expects, said Joe grace, vehicle line executive, fiat 500 abarth. and for our owners who plan on testing the cars high-performance capabilities and limits, we have continued to develop from the proven european models to ensure the new 500 abarth endures on the track. like the european-spec 500 abarth derived from the standard cinquecento, the 2012 fiat 500 abarth builds off the north american adapted fiat 500 sport and adds the legendary performance and handling capabilities that have made abarth models an international success both on and off the track.
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and minimal body roll. abarth-designed cast-iron front-lower control arms provide improved lateral stiffness, while an increase in negative camber to -1.5 degrees delivers improved grip and steering precision. new dual-valve frequency selective damping (fsd) KonI front-shock absorbers replace standard twin-tube units and deliver an innovative two-in-one solution. this patented technology provides the road-holding and handling characteristics needed for maximum grip and performance. In addition, the FSD system actively filters out high-frequency suspension inputs from uneven road surfaces and adjusts for improved comfort and smoothness. The beefier rear-suspension design of the Fiat 500 Abarth takes the Fiat 500 Sport models (already 300 percent stiffer than the european fiat 500) twist-beam design further, with a reinforced rear axle with strengthened coil-spring supports for greater durability. A new Abarth-specific rear-stabilizer bar increases cornering grip. For improved handling, minimal body roll and ride-height control (when fully loaded), the new fiat 500 abarth features 20 percent stiffer rear springs with 0.6-inch (15 mm) lower ride.
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abarth-tuned steering
the new 2012 fiat 500 abarth features a 15.1:1 (up from 16.3:1) steering-gear ratio for 10 percent quicker steering to enhance responsiveness, maneuverability and high-performance feel. compared to the fiat 500 sport, the 500 abarth features a uniquely tuned electronic power steering (ePs) calibration for increased steering response and feedback.
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an abarth-tuned esc system features a three-mode calibration to maximize the new 2012 fiat 500 abarths handling capabilities on and off the track. when esc is selected from on to Partial off or full off on the instrument panel, the 500 abarths innovative torque transfer control (ttc) system maximizes throttle performance during on-throttle cornering.
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taking a page out of chrysler groups srt brands durability test manual, engineers subjected fiat 500 abarth prototypes to 24-hour endurance events on the harsh surfaces of the nelson ledges road course in eastern ohio. even with a high-end performance car, many race drivers consider it a feat to finish a 24-hour endurance race without brake system, engine or suspension failures. the abarth prototypes not only survived the challenge, but delivered dependable performance as they clocked consistent lap times from start to finish.
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160 horsepower (117 horsepower/liter) with new 1.4-liter multiair turbo engine*
New 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth is first to debut the new 1.4-liter multiair turbo engine* Turbocharged, twin intercooled and MultiAir-equipped 1.4-liter engine delivers an estimated 160 horsepower (119 kw) and 170 lb.-ft. (230 nm) of torque Addition of Turbocharger coupled with state-of-the-art MultiAir technology delivers 70 percent increase in engine rpm torque, 59 percent increase in power over base 1.4-liter engine Heavy-duty five-speed manual transmission with Torque Transfer Control (ttc) system
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taking a page from Karl abarths extensive experience to increase the power and durability of the original cinquecentos engine for racing use, the new 2012 fiat 500 abarth debuts a turbocharged variant of the proven 1.4-liter multiair engine for increased horsepower, torque and performance. with the addition of a turbocharger to the 1.4-liter engine, advanced intake technology including FIATs exclusive MultiAir system, a heavy-duty five-speed manual transmission and a host of other internal refinements to the powertrain, the 2012 fiat 500 abarth transforms the fiat 500 into a high-performance precision driving machine that every enthusiast will appreciate, said mike vincent, Platform manager for the 1.4-liter multiair turbo engine. behind the unique rosso (red) abarth engine cover and abarth-designed front fascia with twin nostrils, lies the heart of the 2012 fiat 500 abarth the all-new 1.4-liter multiair turbo engine backed with a stronger, manual five-speed transmission, equal-length half shafts, 3.35 final-drive ratio, and a Torque Transfer Control (TTC) system that delivers power to the pavement.
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lightweight pistons contribute to the overall strength of the reciprocating assembly and the engines high rpm capability. Full-floating piston pins are used for added strength. Piston cooling jets, located at the bottom of each cylinder, contribute to fuel economy by squirting oil on the bottom of the pistons to help maintain cylinder temperatures and reduce the possibility of hot spots along the cylinder walls or at the top of the piston that could lead to detonation. compression ratio of the fiat 500 abarths 1.4-liter multiair turbo engine is 9.8:1. for optimum fuel economy and performance, fuel with a 91 octane rating is preferred and regular 87 octane is acceptable. This high-performance 1.4-liter engine also is fitted with a structural aluminum oil pan. Crankcase capacity is 4.0 quarts with a dry filter. Synthetic 5W-40 engine oil is recommended, due to higher overall temperatures with the turbocharger. and to maintain a lower ownership cost for the fiat 500 abarth, oil change intervals are set at 8,000 miles.
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spent exhaust gases are released through traditional lobes on the camshaft and exit through a cast stainless steel exhaust manifold. Ignition is through a single output, coil-on-plug system. spark plugs are dual precious metal for durability. fuel delivery is sequential, multi-port, electronic, with injectors located to direct the fuel spray at the intake valves in a wide spray pattern that increases fuel atomization and enhances complete combustion for a smooth driving experience. multiair technology on normally-aspirated 1.4-liter engines provides 15 percent increase in low engine rpm torque, 7.5 percent improvement in fuel efficiency and a 10 percent reduction in co2 emissions.
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state-of-the-art performance and connectivity technologies are intelligently integrated into the cockpit-designed interior of the new 2012 fiat 500 abarth. abarth-tuned sport mode
the new 2012 fiat 500 abarth features a standard-equipped sport mode calibration for more engaging driving. should the driver select sport mode on the instrument panel, the abarth-tuned powertrain control module (Pcm) unleashes the full power of the 1.4-liter multiair turbo with linear throttle response and a more performance-weighted steering feel. when sport mode is not engaged, the fiat 500 abarth returns to normal mode, and limits the torque in first and second gears to enhance fuel efficiency and minimize co2 emissions.
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developed as a collaboration between fIat and microsoft, blue&me handsfree communication technology is an in-vehicle, voice-activated communication system that allows the fiat 500 abarth driver to operate a bluetooth-compatible phone while keeping his or her hands on the wheel and eyes on the road. using a series of voice commands, the driver can place phone calls, access the phones address book or listen to mP3s. blue&me handsfree communication technology supports most mobile phones with bluetooth technology.
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Technology
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state-of-the-art connectivity and more than 35 safety and security features keep passengers of the new 2012 fiat 500 abarth connected, comfortable and secure. seven standard air bags
the new 2012 fiat 500 abarth features an all-new air bag system to offer unique protection for its passengers to meet all u.s. regulatory requirements. Its seven standard air bags include: driver and front-passenger advanced multi-stage air bags, drivers knee air bag, full-length side-curtain air bags and standard seat-mounted side pelvic-thorax air bags, all offer enhanced occupant protection to all occupants in the event of a collision.
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3. all-speed traction control: helps to keep driving wheels from spinning during acceleration from a stop or during all speeds by applying individual brakes alone or in combination with engine torque limitation to prevent wheel slip (standard) 4. anti-lock brake system (abs): senses and prevents wheel lockup, offering improved steering control under extreme braking and/or slippery conditions (standard) 5. beltalert: activates a chime and/or illuminates an icon in the instrument cluster to remind the driver and front passenger to buckle up if the fiat 500 abarth is driven without belted front-seat occupants (standard) 6. bi-halogen projector headlamps: Provides wider, more focused light spread and improves forward visibility at night (standard)
7. blue&me handsfree communication technology: Provides an in-vehicle, voice-activated communication system that allows the driver to operate a bluetooth-compatible phone while keeping his or her hands on the wheel and eyes on the road. using a series of voice commands, the driver can place phone calls, access the phones address book or listen to mP3s (standard) 8. brake assist: In an emergency brake situation, the system applies maximum braking power, minimizing the stopping distance (standard)
9. brake override: when a disagreement exists between the throttle and the brake, the brake signal causes the engine controller to reduce engine power, allowing the operator to stop the 500 abarth (standard) 10. brake-traction control system (btcs): helps to keep driving wheels from spinning during acceleration from a stop or during slow speeds by applying individual brakes to the slipping wheel(s) (standard) 11. child seat anchor system: latch (lower anchors and tethers for children) is designed to ease installation of compatible aftermarket child seats (standard)
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12. constant-force retractors (cfr): regulates the force exerted on the occupant by the seat belt and then gradually releases seat-belt webbing in a controlled manner. the system features a digressive load limiter for the driver and adaptive load limiter for the front passenger (standard) 13. crumple zones: designed to deform during an accident in order to absorb energy from an impact which decreases transfer of that energy to occupants (standard) 14. daytime running lamps (drl): Provides additional forward illumination for improved vehicle awareness (standard)
15. electronic stability control (esc): enhances driver control and helps maintain directional stability under all conditions. Provides the benefit in critical driving situations, such as turns, and is valuable when driving on mixed-surface conditions, including snow, ice or gravel. If there is a discernible difference between driver input through the steering wheel and the fiat 500 abarths path, esc applies selective braking and throttle input to guide the vehicle back on to the drivers intended path (standard) 16. energy management system: three front load paths designed from high-strength steel manage vehicle crush and minimize cabin intrusion (standard) 17. express down windows: one-touch driver and passenger express down window button located on the center console (standard)
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18. enhanced accident response system (ears): features a shut-off valve and an inertia switch to immediately stop the electric fuel pump to prevent fuel loss in the case of an impact, roll-over or damage to fuel lines (standard) 19. full-length side-curtain air bags: extends protection to all outboard frontand rear-seat passengers. each side air bag has its own impact sensors that autonomously trigger the air bag on the side where an impact occurs. this type of air bag is housed in the headliner just above the side windows (standard) 20. head restraints: Includes all seating positions (standard)
21. hill-start assist (hsa): assists drivers when starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill by maintaining the level of brake pressure applied for a short period of time after a drivers foot is removed from the brake pedal. If throttle is not applied within a short period of time after the drivers foot is removed from the brake pedal, brake pressure will be released (standard) 22. Intelligent battery sensor (Ibs): Continually measures the flow of current into and out of the battery. If the battery is running low, the system intelligently shuts off less critical electrical systems to help prevent a customer being stranded due to a low or depleted battery. when Ibs conducts load shedding, an icon appears in the cluster display (standard)
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23. Knee air bag (drivers side): located below the instrument panel, air bag deploys when the drivers air bag deploys and is designed to properly position the occupant during impact and offer additional lower leg protection (standard) 24. occupant restraint controller (orc): detects an impact and determines whether a crash is severe enough to trigger air bag deployment and whether the primary or secondary stage inflation is sufficient. In addition, the controller detects side impacts and determines whether the rail-curtain and side seat-mounted (pelvic-thorax protection) air bags should deploy. engagement of front seat-belt pretensioners are also managed through the controller (standard)
25. remote keyless entry: locks and unlocks doors and turns on interior lamps. If the vehicle is equipped with the optional security alarm, the remote also arms and disarms that system (standard) 26. safety cage body structure: Protects occupants by managing and controlling energy in the event of an impact (standard) 27. seat-belt pretensioners: during a collision, impact sensors initiate front seat-belt pretensioners to remove slack in the seat-belt system, thereby reducing the forward movement of the occupants head and torso (standard)
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28. sentry Key engine immobilizer: uses a key fob that has an embedded transponder with a preprogrammed security code to shut off the engine after a few seconds and discourage vehicle theft (standard) 29. seat-mounted side pelvic-thorax air bags: Provide enhanced protection to the driver and front outboard passenger in certain impacts. each side air bag has its own impact sensors that autonomously trigger the air bag on the side where an impact occurs. standard side air bags are housed within the outboard side of each front seat (standard) 30. side guard door beams: Provide occupant protection during a side impact (standard)
31. smart pedals: the pedal assembly moves out of the way in the event of an impact to help protect the drivers feet and legs (standard) 32. three-point seat belts: front seating positions and all rear seating positions have lap and shoulder belts (standard) 33. tilt steering column: allows steering column to achieve a safe and comfortable driving position (standard) 34. tire-pressure monitoring (tPm): Informs driver when tire pressure is too low. Pressure-sensor modules within the valve stems of all four road wheels send continuous radio-frequency signals to a receiver and the system. Individual tire pressure can be displayed in the evIc (standard)
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35. tomtom navigation with blue&me handsfree communication technology: this innovative navigation system adds a 4.3-inch touchscreen tomtom handheld navigation unit to the standard blue&me handsfree communication system. the system features an instrument-panel docking system for added driver convenience, real-time traffic, real-time weather updates and more than 7 million points of interest
36. vehicle theft security alarm: deters vandalism and theft, frequently lowering insurance premiums. system protects the vehicle from theft by monitoring door-ajar switches and the ignition circuit for unauthorized entry
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abarth brand:
tImelIne
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1955 the abarth 750 gt is launched 1956 the fiat abarth 750, with
a body by bertone, is presented and immediately sets a number of endurance and speed records that same year; two different versions of the same car appear with a Zagato body: fiat abarth 750 Zagato and fiat abarth 750 gt Zagato
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1971 abarth is absorbed into fiat auto 1979 Karl abarth dies on october 24
2007 the abarth brand is re-launched in europe 2011 the fiat 500 abarth is introduced in the u.s.
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abarth herItage:
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A fighting start
Karl abarth (born november 15, 1908, in vienna) had racing in his blood and was a five-time European motorcycle champion by his mid-twenties. this was a feat made even more astonishing when considering that he achieved this success using his own hand-built motorcycles and with no official factory support. success came at a price, however. In 1939, abarth suffered a near-fatal accident during a race in yugoslavia. the crash left abarth hospitalized for almost a year and effectively ended his motorcycle racing career. undeterred, he remained in yugoslavia during the war, opting to further hone his mechanical skills and step away from
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driving temporarily. working as a technical manager in a workshop in ljubljana, abarth indulged his entrepreneurial flair by taking on small engineering projects as well as researching how to run internal combustion engines on kerosene. shortly after the end of the war, abarth returned to Italy, prompting him to reestablish old ties with the Porsche family. stints working in Porsches design department and Italian sports-car manufacturer cisitalia quickly followed, until march 31, 1949, when he founded the abarth & c company with armando scagliarini, producing aftermarket products for production cars.
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Heritage
by the end of 1950, abarth employed more than 40 people and had sold more than 4,500 exhaust systems. by 1962, global sales would reach nearly 260,000 units. at the same time, abarth had once again forged ahead in racing this time on four wheels. the iconic fiat abarth 750 helped abarth win its place in the record books by smashing time and distance records. the combined success of the exhaust systems and motorsport achievements attracted attention from major manufacturers, and in 1958, franklin d. roosevelt, Jr., son of the american president, travelled to Italy to sign an agreement to distribute abarth products and vehicles in america.
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the combined result dramatically improved the handling and doubled the horsepower from 13 to 26. the cars exterior remained largely unchanged, apart from having wider wheels and tires, some discrete abarth branding and a machined abarth plaque between the trunk lid and bumper for extra cooling for the rear-mounted engine. breaking six international records in its first year of production, the Abarth 595 went on to claim nearly 900 individual race victories by 1965. In fact, the 1960s as a whole proved to be a golden age for abarth. the famous scorpion badge (used because abarths astrological sign is scorpio) quickly became a symbol of power and performance so much so that abarth entered everyday language in its native Italy. customers in cafs and restaurants would not ask for a strong coffee, or a coffee with a shot
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Heritage
on track, the abarth 500 competed in the trofeo abarth 500 Italia and the trofeo abarth 500 europa championships in 2011, which included rounds at famous circuits such as monza, spa francorchamps and Imola. In rallying, the new abarth 500 proved its spirit in the 2011 trofeo abarth 500 selenia. In the united states, the 2012 fiat 500 abarth had its world premiere at the 2011 los angeles International auto show, joining the 2012 fiat 500 and 500 cabrio.
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general InformatIon
body style ePa vehicle class assembly Plant Introduction date a-segment hatchback minicompact toluca, mexico march 2012 as a 2012 model
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fuel Injection construction compression ratio Power (SAE net estimated) Torque (SAE net estimated) max. engine speed fuel requirement Oil Capacity coolant capacity emission controls max. gross trailer weight estimated ePa fuel economy mpg (city/hwy) engine assembly Plant
sequential, multi-port, electronic, returnless cast-iron block with aluminum-alloy head and aluminum-alloy bedplate 9.8:1 160 bhp (119 kW) @ 5,500 rpm (117 bhp/L) 170 lb.-ft. (230 Nm) @ 2,500-4,000 rpm 6,500 rpm (electronically limited) 87 octane (r+m)/2 acceptable 91 octane recommended 4.0 qt. (3.8L) with dry filter 4.6 qt. (14.4l) dual three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors and internal engine features(a)
Specifications fiat 500 AbArth
not rated for trailer tow tbd/tbd gema engine Plant, dundee, mich.
(a) meets federal tier 2 bin 5 emission requirements and ulev II requirements in california, massachusetts, new york, maine, vermont, connecticut, Pennsylvania, rhode Island, new Jersey, oregon and washington.
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electrIcal system
alternator battery 140-amp 500 cca, maintenance free
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accommodatIons (estimated)
seating capacity, f/r front seat head room legroom shoulder room hip room Total seat travel ePa front row interior volume, cu. ft. (cu. m) 38.9 (989.1) 37.6 (956.3) with sunroof 40.7 (1034.8) 49.4 (1254.8) 47.8 (1215.3) Driver 8.2 (210.0) Passenger 8.2 (210.0) 45.3 (1.282) 2/2
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rear seat head room legroom Knee clearance shoulder room hip room ePa second row interior volume, cu. ft. (cu. m) total Interior volume, cu. ft. (cu. m) ePa luggage compartment volume, cu. ft. (cu. m) ePa Interior volume Index, cu. ft. (cu. m) trunk liftover height 35.5 (902.9) 31.7 (805.1) 3.8 (96.5) 46.4 (1177.5) 42.6 (1083.1) 30.2 (0.856) 84.9 (2.405) 9.5 (0.268) 26.8 (0.759) with rear seats folded 75.5 (2.137) 27.2 (690.2)
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Specifications
body
layout construction transverse-mounted front engine, front-wheel drive unitized steel body
susPensIon
front macPherson suspension, coil spring with KonI frequency selective damping (fsd) twin-tube shock absorbers and stabilzer bar rear twist-beam axle with coil springs and twin-tube shock absorbers with stabilizer bar
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type overall ratio turning diameter (curb-to-curb) steering turns (lock-to-lock) Power rack and pinion with electric power steering (ePs) column 15.5:1 37.6 ft. (11.45 m) 2.3
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tIres
availability size and type mfr. and model revs per mile (km) availability size and type mfr. and model revs per mile (km) standard on fiat 500 abarth 195/45r16Xl bsw all-season Pirelli cinturato P7 a/s 901 (560) optional on fiat 500 abarth 205/40r17 bsw all-season Pirelli P-Zero nero three-season 877 (545)
availability type and material size availability type and material size
standard on fiat 500 abarth cast-aluminum, polished face with dark mineral gray painted pockets 16 x 6.5 optional on fiat 500 abarth forged-aluminum with hyper black or optional bianco painted 17 x 7.0
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braKes
front rotor size and type caliper size and type swept area rear rotor size and type caliper size and type swept area 9.4 x 0.4 (240 x 11) solid 1.33 (34) single-piston with aluminum housing 153 sq. in. (984 sq. cm) 11.1 x 0.86 (282 x 22) vented 2.12 (54) single-piston with aluminum housing 193 sq. in. (1,244 sq. cm)
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feature availability
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LEGEND: S = Standard, O = Optional, P = Package, = Not available complete package information is listed at the end of the feature availability section. note: Information shown is correct at time of publication and is subject to change without notice.
eXterIor colors rosso (red) grigio (gray) bianco (white) nero (metallic black) Antenna roof mounted badges Abarth front fascia Abarth liftgate Abarth bodyside Belt molding black Bodyside body color Abarth designed sill Door handles chromed
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eXterIor Exhaust tips Abarth designed, dual fascias (front) two-piece abarth designed with body-color surround, brake cooling ducts, intercooler nostrils, and honeycomb grilles whiskers and logo face with functional cooling behind abarth front fascia badge fascias (rear) two-piece abarth designed with body-color upper, honeycomb grille accents and lower diffuser Fuel door non-locking Glass solar tinted lamps bi-halogen projector headlamps lower turn signal lamps halogen fog lamps daytime-running lamps (drl) (customer activated) center high-mounted signal lamp (chmsl)
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eXterIor License plate brow chromed with 500 logo mirrors body color rosso (red) mirror caps (included with abarth bodyside stripe; not available with rosso exterior paint) nero (black) mirror caps (included with abarth bodyside stripe; not available with nero exterior paint) bianco (white) mirror caps (included with abarth bodyside stripe; not available with bianco exterior paint) Power adjustable, heated, foldaway with drivers side spotter mirror Power sunroof vent and one-touch express open Spoiler Abarth designed, liftgate mounted, body color striping (bodyside) rosso (red) (not available with rosso exterior paint) nero (black) (not available with nero exterior paint) bianco (white) (not available with bianco exterior paint) wiper system Parallel-action, variable-intermittent
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InterIor Carpet with acoustic foam and foam-in-place padding noise barrier cargo area liftgate liner rear cargo shelf panel rear cargo area lamp climate control air conditioning automatic temperature control (included with safety & convenience Package) Cabin air filtration color (interior) nero (black ambient environment) tessuto nero/rosso (black/red cloth) performance seating Pelle nero (black leather) performance seating Pelle rosso/nero (red/black leather) performance seating
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InterIor console floor console three front-passenger cup holders 12-volt power outlet two rear-passenger cup holders Cruise control steering wheel controlled door Panels chromed die-cast hook door handles with integrated power door locks driver and passenger armrests, coordinated with seat color map pockets Floor mats premium with embroidered Abarth logo headliner sun visors with vanity mirrors front-passenger assist handle front overhead console with map lights rear coat hooks
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InterIor Instrument cluster concentric design with 160-mph primary leather-wrapped cluster brow with accent stitching
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driver selectable electronic vehicle Information center (evIc) with trip computer, outside temperature, average fuel economy, distance-to-empty, low fuel, service interval and driving range s tachometer, engine temperature and fuel gauge turbo boost gauge Instrument Panel front-passenger glovebox with dampened door Key fob remote keyless entry with folding shank multimedia systems am/fm/cd/mP3/wma radio auxiliary input jack siriusXm satellite radio (included with safety & convenience Package) bose Energy Efficiency Series (EES) audio system with six premium speakers and subwoofer s s P s s S
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InterIor blue&me handsfree communication includes voice-activated communication system with bluetooth phone capability and usb Port with iPod control tomtom navigation with blue&me handsfree communication includes a 4.3-in. touchscreen tomtom handheld navigation unit, voice-activated communication system with bluetooth phone capability and usb Port with iPod control Pedals aluminum Rear-view mirror manual day/night adjust seating (front) Performance high-back front-bucket seats drivers side armrest drivers seat with manual height adjuster easy entry and seatback memory front seatback pockets
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InterIor seating (rear) 50/50 split/fold-down seat lower anchors and tethers for children (latch) Shift knob leather wrapped, Nero (black) steering wheel abarth performance designed Perforated-leather wrapped audio and cruise controls evIc controls steering column with manual tilt windows front power with express one-touch down variable-intermittent windshield wipers rear-window defroster rear-window with washer and wiper
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PowertraIn engines turbocharged and intercooled 1.4-liter multiair turbo inline four-cylinder engine with sohc, 16 valves and an estimated 160 horsepower electronic throttle control (etc) engine block heater engine cover with abarth logo sport mode with unique throttle calibration Drive system front-wheel drive (FWD) Transmission five-speed manual transmission electrIcal Alternator 140-amp Battery 500-amp, maintenance free Power accessory delay
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chassIs brake system Performance four-wheel disc system 11.1-in. vented-front rotors with single-piston calipers and 9.4-in. solid-rear rotors with single-piston aluminum calipers red-painted brake calipers semi-metallic brake linings
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electronic stability control (esc) with four-wheel anti-lock brake system (abs), all-speed traction control system (tcs), electronic brake-force distribution (ebd) and brake assist clutch-brake interlock Fuel tank 10.5-gal. (40L) capacity steering electric power steering (ePs) variable-speed assisted sensitivity Power rack and pinion sport mode with unique calibration
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chassIs Suspension Architecture Front macPherson suspension, coil spring with KonI frequency selective damping (fsd) twin-tube shock absorbers and stabilizer bar Performance-tuned front shock absorbers and springs Suspension Architecture Rear rear twist-beam axle with coil springs and twin-tube shock absorbers Performance-tuned rear shock absorbers and springs tires 195/45r16Xl Pirelli cinturato all-season Performance 205/40r17 Pirelli P Zero nero three-season Performance (included with 17 x 7.0-inch forged aluminum wheels) tire repair kit wheels 16 x 6.5-in. abarth designed cast-aluminum with dark mineral gray painted pockets 17 x 7.0-in. Abarth designed forged-aluminum wheels finished in Hyper Black 17 x 7.0-in. Abarth designed forged-aluminum wheels finished in Bianco (white)
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safety and securIty air bags advanced multi-stage driver and front-passenger front and rear side-curtain Driver inflatable knee air bag driver and front-passenger seat-mounted side air bags (pelvic-thorax) anti-lock brake system (abs) active turn signals all-speed traction control system (tcs) BeltAlert passenger seat blue&me handsfree communication brake assist brake/Park interlock (with six-speed automatic transmission) constant-force retractors (cfr) crumple zones daytime running lights (drl) (customer activated) electronic brake-force distribution (ebd) electronic stability control (esc) energy management system
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safety and securIty hill-start assist (hsa) Intelligent battery sensor (Ibs) lower anchors and tethers for children (latch) occupant restraint controller (orc) reactive head restraints (front seats) remote keyless/illuminated entry system Seat belts includes three-point for all positions sentry Key engine immobilizer theft-deterrent system tire-pressure monitoring system with warning lamp tomtom navigation with blue&me handsfree communication vehicle theft security alarm (included with safety & convenience Package) PacKages Safety & Convenience Package Includes automatic climate control, siriusXm satellite radio and vehicle theft security alarm Smokers Package Includes cigar lighter and ash tray
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rick deneau
head of brands chrysler brand, sales, network development & fleet communications Office: (248) 512-2694 rick.deneau@chrysler.com
ariel gaviln
fIat brand / International media relations chrysler group communications Office: (248) 512-3404 ariel.gavilan@chrysler.com
Jiyan cadiz
brand newsroom manager fIat Product communications Office: (248) 512-4903 jiyan.cadiz@chrysler.com
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