Abarth launches FIAT 500 "Opening Edition"

Abarth Fiat 500 "Opening Edition"
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At its unveiling at this past March's Geneva show, it was immediately apparent that Abarth had carried off a transformation of the Fiat 500 from a demure retro-hatch into a veritable pocket rocket. But for those for whom the 135 hp turbo four is just not enough, the performance division has unveiled a new limited edition "500 Abarth Opening Edition".


Abarth Fiat 500 "Opening Edition" is available in either pearl white or Campovolo gray (the latter available with a red-and-white checkered roof), only 100 examples of the 500 Abarth Opening Edition will be offered, complete with a special car cover to keep the exclusive vehicle protected from the elements.

Specifications
Drivetrain
Layout Front Engine, FWD
Transmission 5 Speed Gearbox C510
Engine
Displacement 1.4 Liters
Engine Type Turbocharged Inline 4
Horsepower 135 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque 152 lbs-ft. @ 3000 rpm
Performance
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) 7.9 sec
Fuel Consumption Est. 33 mpg
Top Speed 127 mph
Suspension
Front McPherson layout and anti-roll bar
Rear Inter-connected arms layout on torsion beam with anti-roll bar
Wheel & Tyre
Wheel 205/40 R16 ZR 17
Tyre Pirelli Pzero Nero

Another interesting feature of the 500 Abarth is the fact that it adopts the new TTC (Torque Transfer Control) system, which improves the transfer of drive torque to the wheels.

Images gallery : Abarth Fiat 500 "Opening Edition"










[Source : Carscoop & Rsportcars, Images courtesy of Fiat]