Abarth 500 C 1.4 T-Jet (135 Hp)


Abarth 500:

Abarth 500 may refer to the following variants of the Fiat 500:....(Read more on Wikipedia)

C Overview:

Abarth 500 (C). With 206 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.5 l/100km). Weighing only 1075 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.9 s). The top speed reaches 205 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Adequate and balanced power output (135 hp) for versatile driving.
  • • Respectable acceleration of 7.9 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
  • • Balanced fuel consumption of 6.5 L/100 km for its class.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
  • • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.

Cons:

  • • Compact cargo space (182 L); may require careful packing.
  • • Meets EURO 5 emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(C: 2010 - 2014).

General:
Brand:Abarth
Model:500
Generation:C
Modification (Engine):1.4 T-Jet (135 Hp)
Start of production:2012
End of production:2014
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Cabriolet
Seats:4
Doors:2
Engine:
Power:135 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:98.7 Hp/l [Same length.]
Torque:206 Nm @ 3000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:312A1000 More details about the engine 312A1000
Engine displacement:1368
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Turbocharger, Intercooler
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine oil capacity:2.9 l
Coolant:5.2 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:72 mm mm
Piston Stroke:84 mm mm
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:8.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:5.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC):6.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC):8.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC):5.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:6.5 l/100 km
Emission standard:Euro 5
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:7.9 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:7.9 sec
Maximum speed:205 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:8 kg/Hp, 125.6 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:5.2 kg/Nm, 191.6 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:7.5 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1075
Max. weight:1430
Max load:355
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:520 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:182 l
Fuel tank capacity:35 l
Size:
Length:3657 mm mm [Same length.]
Width:1627 mm mm [Same width.]
Height:1488 mm mm [Same height.]
Wheelbase:2300 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Width including mirrors:1893 mm
Front track:1409 mm
Rear (Back) track:1402 mm
Front overhang:776 mm
Rear overhang:581 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs, 284x22 mm [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc, 240x11 mm
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringElectric Steering
Tires size195/45 R16
Wheel rims size6.5J x 16
Front suspensionIndependent type McPherson, Transverse stabilizer
Rear suspensionTransverse stabilizer, Elastic beam

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