Fiat 500 C (312) 1.4 16V (100 Hp) Start & Stop

Fiat 500:

The Fiat 500 is an economy / city car that was manufactured and marketed by Fiat Automobiles from 1957 until 1975. It was sold as a two-door semi-convertible or saloon car and as a three-door panel van or estate car.
Launched as the Nuova 500 in July 1957, as a successor to the 500 "Topolino", it was an inexpensive and practical small car. Measuring 2,970 mm long, originally powered by a rear-mounted 479 cc two-cylinder air-cooled engine, the 500 was 245 mm smaller than the Fiat's 600, launched two years earlier, and is considered one of the first purpose-designed city cars....(Read more on Wikipedia)

C (312) Overview:

Fiat 500 (C (312)). With 131 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.7 l/100km). Weighing only 970 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11 s). The top speed reaches 182 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:

• Efficiency-focused engine (100 hp), ideal for city commuting.
• Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 11 sec).
• Balanced fuel consumption of 6.1 L/100 km for its class.
• Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.

Cons:

• Compact cargo space (185 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 (312): 2009 - 2013).

General:
Brand:	Fiat
Model:	500
Generation:	C (312)
Modification (Engine):	1.4 16V (100 Hp) Start & Stop
Start of production:	2010
End of production:	2013
Powertrain Architecture:	Internal Combustion engine
Body type:	Cabriolet
Seats:	4
Doors:	3

Engine:
Engine systems:	Start & Stop System
Power:	100 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power per litre:	73.1 Hp/l
Torque:	131 Nm @ 4250 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:	169A3000 [Same engine] More details about the engine 169A3000
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:	Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:	DOHC/16
Engine oil capacity:	2.9 l
Coolant:	4.4 l
Engine layout:	Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:	72 mm mm
Piston Stroke:	84 mm mm
Compression ratio:	10.8:1

Performance:
Fuel Type:	Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:	7.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:	5.1 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:	6.1 l/100 km
Emission standard:	Euro 5
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:	11 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:	11 sec
Maximum speed:	182 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:	9.7 kg/Hp, 103.1 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:	7.4 kg/Nm, 135.1 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:	10.5 sec

Space:
Kerb Weight:	970
Max. weight:	1385
Max load:	415
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:	550 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:	185 l
Fuel tank capacity:	35 l

Size:
Length:	3546 mm mm [Same length.]
Width:	1627 mm mm [Same width.]
Height:	1488 mm mm [Same height.]
Wheelbase:	2300 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:	1414 mm
Rear (Back) track:	1408 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):	10.68 m [above average]

Powertrain:
Drivetrain Architecture	The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel	Front wheel drive
Number of gears	6
Transmission type	Manual
Front brakes	Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakes	Disc [above average]
Assisting systems	ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering type	Steering rack and pinion
Power steering	Electric Steering
Tires size	185/55 R15; 195/45 R16
Wheel rims size	15; 16
Front suspension	Independent type McPherson
Rear suspension	Coil spring