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Abarth 595 Turismo and 595 Competizione | Road Tests | TestDriven

The Abarth 500 launched in the UK just over four years ago, and in that time it’s enjoyed respectable sales success and attracted an enthusiastic following.

With many of the first 500s now reaching an age where their owners begin to consider their replacement, Abarth have cleverly launched a new model that not only provides an appealing path to walk existing owners up the brand’s range, but also takes a leaf out of the company’s rich history.

Carlo Abarth’s 1958 Fiat 500 Abarth proved that small runabouts could make fast and reliable racing cars. However, he knew yet more was possible, and in 1963 he created the Abarth 595. It had more power than its 500 brother and that, of course, meant more speed.

Today’s Abarth 595 is no different. Available in two models – Turismo and Competizione – each with their own character and focus, both are powered by a revised version of the 1.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine used in the Abarth 500.

Changes to the ECU mapping increase power output from 135 bhp to 160 bhp, while torque jumps from 206 Nm to 230 Nm at 3,000 rpm. As a result, the 0-62 mph dash is now completed in 7.4 seconds (down from 7.9), while the top speed increases to 130 mph.

To help keep the increased performance in check, both models feature lowered suspension with Koni dampers, as well as cross-drilled and ventilated brake discs front and rear.

Equipment levels on both models also receive a boost, with rear privacy glass, 17-inch alloy wheels, Xenon headlights, climate control, auto-dipping rear view mirror, and rear parking sensors now standard.

To differentiate the 595 from the 500, there are a number of subtle styling tweaks: the grilles in the front and rear bumpers are now grey, brake calipers are painted red, and there’s subtle 595 badging on the tailgate and the rear flanks.

Open the bonnet and you’ll find a machined aluminium oil cap, with a matching fuel filler cap hiding behind the filler door.

Inside, there are bespoke door sill kick plates, pedals and floor mats, but from this point on, the two models begin to diverge.

The Turismo, the more comfort- and touring-oriented of the two, has leather upholstery as standard, while the more sporting Competizione adds figure-hugging Sabelt seats, quad tail-pipe Record Monza exhaust system, and a crackle-effect to the dashboard trim.

Of course, all these niceties are for nought if the modern day Abarth 595 amounts to nothing more than a badge-engineering exercise.

Luckily, that’s not the case.

While the figures might not suggest much has changed under the bonnet, driving the new 595 on the road quickly shows otherwise. Abarth won’t say exactly what they’ve changed, but they’ve clearly imbued both the Turismo and Competizione with more aggressive mapping to the ECU. Power delivery is cleaner and more urgent. Even in comparison to the Abarth 500 esseesse which, at least on paper, has an identical 160bhp, the 595 offers the sensation of having more power everywhere. Overtaking becomes a precision manoeuvre, and when powering out of corners the 595 seems to have power ready and on-tap no matter where the needle is on the rev counter.

The occasionally unsettled handling of the Abarth 500 is gone, largely thanks to those Koni FSD dampers, and the 595 is happy to power through mid-corner bumps without skipping about like a petulant child.

The Competizione’s Record Monza exhaust adds a fun new game – build up a wodge of boost before short-changing into third and you’ll be rewarded with a snap, crackle and pop soundtrack that’s lifted straight from a 1960′s Ferrari.

Those wishing to make the most of the aural experience can opt for one of the convertible models for an additional £1,900. Also available are a robotised manual gearbox option (£1,300), three different styles of alloy wheel, various sunroof options, seat and coloured leather upgrades and, of course, the ubiquitous array of vinyl decals. There are ten paint colours to choose from, including three two-tone ‘bi-colour’ options.

Prices for the Abarth 595 Turismo start at £17,905, with the Competizione – the more compelling of the two both in terms of character and value for money – pegged at £18,905. Both versions retain the 43.4 mpg economy and 155 g/km CO2 emissions ratings of the Abarth 500.

All those years ago, the original Abarth 500 inspired the phrase “small, but wicked.” And the Abarth 595? Equally small. Even more wicked.

 

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Aqui esta o anúncio televisivo feito para a ESPN!

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Abarth - Frankfurt 2013

• A history of records that is revived today in an exclusive limited edition of 299 units
• Perfect synthesis of technology and performance, craftsmanship and attention to details
• Exciting performance given by the 180 HP 1.4 T-Jet engine combined with the "Abarth Competizione" gearbox
• Historical logo on the bonnet and original handmade "Fiat Abarth 595" graphics
• Attention to detail and sportiness for its interiors, too
• Specific communication plan for digital, TV and social channels
• Exclusive extension and accessories line
• Available to order from 15 September, exactly 50 years after the presentation of the first 595

 

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Edição limitada a 49 unidades do Abarth 500 Maserati Edition na côr "Record Grey" - Frankfurt 2013

 

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Zender Abarth 500 Corsa Stradale - Concept - Autoblog

While this writer knows Zender as the maker of (mostly) fine body kits for German marques such asVolkswagen, BMW and Mercedes-Benz, the company has also been known to make kits for Italian autos. Its latest product, for example, has been applied to the Fiat 500 Abarth, resulting in what it calls the Abarth 500 Corsa Stradale Concept. We're not quite sure how we managed to miss it at the Frankfurt Motor Show, with its bulging fender flares, new front and rear fascias and side skirts, exhaust pipes poking from the bumper/diffuser, 18-inch alloy wheels and huge rear spoiler - but better late than never.

Not only does the kit lend the little Fiat a more aggressive stance, the body pieces also are made of lightweight carbon fiber, which is fitting for a car wearing the Corsa Stradale name (which roughly translates to "Road Race"). Also fitting is the 76-horsepower bump to 236 hp from the 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine. That substantial power increase comes courtesy of a larger turbocharger, modified pistons and camshafts, revised fuel injection with a bigger fuel pressure regulator, upgraded engine management and a stainless-steel exhaust system. So equipped, Zender claims the Corsa Stradale Concept does 0-62 miles per hour in 6.5 seconds, a 0.7-second improvement over the stock Abarth, and 0-124 mph in 24.7 seconds. It continues past the stock Abarth's 130-mph top speed and is claimed to top out at 144 mph.

A reworked height-adjustable coilover suspension helps keep body motions in check, and Zender has also upgraded the interior slightly, with custom sport seats in two-tone leather and stainless-steel pedals and door-sill garnishes.

Currently there are no plans to make a production version of the concept or offer the kit for sale, but we certainly hope Zender will reconsider.

 

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'No bespoke model' for Fiat's Abarth brand

Marco Magnanini, chief of Abarth, outlines the brand's future model range plans

Abarth chief Marco Magnanini has told Autocar there will be no bespoke model for the marque in the medium term.

2010's Abarth 'Speedster' sketch had been said to preview roadster and coupé derivatives of the Fiat 500.
Magnanini put thoughts of an Abarth Panda or 500L to rest, too (calling the latter "inconsistent with the brand"), leaving Abarth to focus on its existing 500, 500C and Punto models.

Abarth is also unlikely to add more power or supplement its 1.4 turbos with larger Fiat Group powertrains like Alfa Romeo's 1750 TBi: "We like to have the perfect ratio between power and weight," said Magnanini.
The Abarth 500 and Punto ranges currently peak at 178bhp.

in Autocar

Se é para continuar a manter o estado das coisas, pelo menos até chegar o novo 500 lá pra 2015, que vão andar a fazer até lá?
Mais séries especiais sem sentido?

Esta é mais uma marca com potencial. E teve um arranque promissor.
Mais uma a precisar de "sangue novo" para ser esquecida.
E ainda acho que deveriam ter um track toy com base no 4C. Parece-me um passo lógico. E sendo destinado a circuitos, a produção nunca seria em números elevados.

 

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Future Abarth only working on Fiat 500-range | AutoEdizione.com

The Abarth of the future will be based on a model from the 500-family by Fiat. Ever since the brand with the scorpion made its comeback in 2007, the extra horsepower was divided between the 500 and Punto. Now, though, EMEA-director Marco Magnanini has said in an interview with Quattroruotethat this label will in the future only be focusing on what Fiat calls their premium-range (read; 500-range).

We shouldn’t expect an extra spicy 500L Living, so said Magnanini, while the 500L Trekking does stand a chance. What is already known, is that the more sporty-looking Crossover 500X is a serious candidate for an Abarth-makeover. The Scorpion’s next completely new model is to go on sale in 2015. The successor to the 500 will of course be the most important one, just like the upcoming five-door 500 which will in fact replace the Punto.

Next to these models which you’ll find in Abarth’s brochure, the ‘Assetto Corse’-brand will also develop an extensive personalization program in the next few years. It is safe to say that they’ll be looking at how Ferrari does things for this matter, as they’ve been very successful with their ‘Tailor Made’-program over the last few years.

 

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Então, basicamente, até ao final da década, só Abarths 500 e futuro sucessor do Punto, que será um 500 um tamanho acima. A meu ver, não criará distinção ou afastamento suficiente para a marca Abarth para os 500 e 500 "Puntos" com o símbolo Fiat.
Porque é que os Abarth 500 não poderiam estar mais afastados do 500, com carroçaria exclusiva, como a que foi desenvolvida pela Zagato faz uns anos?

Acho que poderiam expandir a marca um pouco mais, como criar um track-car com base no 4C.
As vendas até poderiam ser inferiores a 100 ao ano, mas poderiam criar algum tipo de troféu monomarca, ou uma Academia como a Caterham, ou versões cliente para a categoria GT4, o que fortaleceria o apelo e credibilidade da marca.
Se é para ser uma marca mais extremista e com foco mais estreito, não podem continuar tão "colados" à Fiat.

Tenho que lhes ensinar tudo, pá![]

 

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Oh Pai Natal... faxavor... Chaminé Verde, Rua xyz n.º tal, alfa beta... Portugal

 

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Então, basicamente, até ao final da década, só Abarths 500 e futuro sucessor do Punto, que será um 500 um tamanho acima. A meu ver, não criará distinção ou afastamento suficiente para a marca Abarth para os 500 e 500 "Puntos" com o símbolo Fiat.
Porque é que os Abarth 500 não poderiam estar mais afastados do 500, com carroçaria exclusiva, como a que foi desenvolvida pela Zagato faz uns anos?

Acho que poderiam expandir a marca um pouco mais, como criar um track-car com base no 4C.
As vendas até poderiam ser inferiores a 100 ao ano, mas poderiam criar algum tipo de troféu monomarca, ou uma Academia como a Caterham, ou versões cliente para a categoria GT4, o que fortaleceria o apelo e credibilidade da marca.
Se é para ser uma marca mais extremista e com foco mais estreito, não podem continuar tão "colados" à Fiat.

Tenho que lhes ensinar tudo, pá![]

Não podiam... deviam....

Fala alto pá para eles te ouvirem....

 

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