04 November 2014
Following a continuous series of tests, Abarth was chosen as a German Fomrula 4 Championship partner for the next season. The prestigious carmaker was welcomed by the German automobile club and association ADAC with extreme enthusiasm. Demonstrating high-class support during the Italian Formula 4 Championship where Abarth contributed by supplying its engine to the Federation, now it is expected to deliver the same quality of products and sat
24 June 2014
2015 Fiat 500 Abarth and Abarth Cabrio are now getting enhanced with the optional six-speed automatic transmission. It is a new feature for the MY2015 and it will be mated with the 1.4-liter MultiAir Turbo engine. The powertrain produces 157 horsepower (115 kW) and 248 Nm (183 lb-ft) of torque. In addition, Fiat has en
10 March 2014
Abarth 695 biposto is definitely a very special car. And note that it is not a “Limited Edition”, but comes to offer exhilarating performance blended with unique style. The car weighs just 997 kg and is driven by the 1.4 T-Jet engine. The unit is capable of generating 190 hp (140 kW), thus helping the biposto cover the 0-100 km/h acceleration sprint in only 5.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 143 mph.
Furthermore, the unit is coupled with a gearbox that features dog rings with controls a
24 September 2013
Zender has introduced the Abarth 500 Corsa Stradale at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. The German tuning company fitted the small hatchback with styling mods as well as performance package.
The exterior boasts an aggressive body kit including new front and rear bumpers, big side skirts and wheel arc extensions in
03 September 2013
Abarth has announced the 595 50th Anniversary Edition, which will be exhibited at the
2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. It celebrates the original 595 that was introduced at the Turin Motor Show in 1963.
2013 Abarth 595 50th Anniversary Edition comes with a retro-inspired exterior with matte white paint, handmade graphics and historic Abarth logos. The model has also been equipped with xenon headlights, a sunroof and 17” alloy wheels.
The interior features there's two-tone sports seats, re
11 July 2013
An exclusive ad campaign has been happening and it teases the new Fiat 500 Abarth Cabrio. The one-of-a-kind print ad will debut this week and it is named “Body Paint”. It will be featured in this year’s annual ESPN The Magazine’s Body Issue.
In this visually stunning print ad were featured more than a dozen female artists, models and contortionists. After being painted as one of the parts of the model, their bodies recreated the image of the new Fiat 500 Abarth Cabrio.
The Head of Fiat Brand North Ame
22 May 2012
You remember the Abarth 695 Maserati Edition, right? The one that is based on a Fiat 500c? It now has a price tag and a full list of specs. Both of them are big.
The Abarth 695 Maserati Edition is a followup of the Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari project which was a big hit three years ago. There will be only 499 examples of this new one and as the name suggests, it will carry a Gran Turismo feel wherever it goes.
First, the oily bits: under the hood hides a 1.4 Turbo T-Jet 16v engine that sends 180 bhp trough an
17 May 2012
Abarth 695 Maserati Edition will be run in limited series of 499 units. The model will make its official debut on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the Mille Miglia, which Enzo Ferrari called "the most beautiful race in the world".
Displayed at Piazza della Loggia in Brescia in the midst of the collectors' aut
23 March 2012
The 2012 Abarth 500 is one of the best value for money cars, which you can buy in the UK. It is in third place after Audi Q5 and Skoda Yeti with an average resale value of 60% of its list price, based on 3-year or 30 000 miles use.
It shows that Abarth’s plan to hold off depreciation as much as possible is working. Since its launch in July 2008, the performance arm of Fiat Group Automobiles has quickly established itself to be a desirable brand that people want to own and drive; not short-
24 February 2012
Abarth brand at the Geneva Motor Show is going to have spectacular presence! There will be presented some of the highly anticipated models by the brand. The all new Abarth 695 Assetto Corse is a small super-sports car designed for racing on the track, which will make its world debut at the show. In addition, the new model Abarth Punto Scorpione will also make a debut. This is a Limited Edition and is dedicated to all those who love high speed and performance. Another milestone on the “road to
17 November 2011
2012 Fiat 500 Abarth US is being currently exhibited at the LA Motor Show.
"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," commented 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 hi
07 November 2011
Abarth 500 get some more boost from SuperChips ltd. The specialists has worked its magic on the Abarth’s Bosch MED7.9.10 engine management system to enable the 500’s 1.4-litre turbocharged engine to deliver some more power.
Still, the reliability doesn’t suffer at all, because everything is carefully tested on dyno. The ECU remap gives enhanced performance without any side effects.
Originally, the 1.4 litre turbocharged petrol engine delivers 135PS (99 kW) at 5500RPM and 180Nm (130 l
