Abarth 500 C 1.4 T-Jet (140 Hp) MTA


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 (~8.4 l/100km). Weighing only 1085 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.1 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 (140 hp) for versatile driving.
  • • Respectable acceleration of 8.1 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:

General:
Brand:Abarth
Model:500
Generation:C
Modification (Engine):1.4 T-Jet (140 Hp) MTA
Start of production:2010
End of production:2014
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Cabriolet
Seats:4
Doors:2
Engine:
Power:140 Hp @ 5500 rpm.
Power per litre:102.3 Hp/l
Torque:206 Nm @ 2000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:312A3000
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:8.4 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):8.4 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:8.1 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:8.1 sec
Maximum speed:205 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:7.8 kg/Hp, 129 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:5.3 kg/Nm, 189.9 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:7.7 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1085
Max. weight:1440
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
Width:1627 mm mm
Height:1488 mm mm
Wheelbase:2300 mm mm
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 typeAutomatic
Gearbox typeMTA
Front brakesVentilated discs, 284x22 mm
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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