Fiat 500 312, facelift 2015 1.4 MultiAir (135 Hp)


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)

312, facelift 2015 Overview:

Fiat 500 (312, facelift 2015). With 203 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.4 l/100km). Weighing only 1136 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Efficiency-focused engine (69 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 12.9 sec).
  • • Exceptional fuel efficiency: 4.8 L/100 km.

Cons:

  • • Compact cargo space (185 L); may require careful packing.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(e (312): 2013 - 2019).

General:
Brand:Fiat
Model:500
Generation:312, facelift 2015
Modification (Engine):1.4 MultiAir (135 Hp)
Start of production:2015
End of production:2019
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:4
Doors:3
Engine:
Power:135 Hp @ 5500 rpm. [0hp less]
Power per litre:98.7 Hp/l [worst than previous generation]
Torque:203 Nm @ 2400-4200 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:312 A1.000 More details about the engine 312 A1.000
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:SOHC
Engine oil capacity:3.6 l
Coolant:5.2 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:72 mm mm
Piston Stroke:84 mm mm
Compression ratio:9.8:1
Maximum engine speed:6500 rpm.
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:8.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:7.1 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:7.8 l/100 km
Weight-to-power ratio:8.4 kg/Hp, 118.8 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:5.6 kg/Nm, 178.7 Nm/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:1136
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:269 l
Fuel tank capacity:40 l
Size:
Length:3667 mm mm [50mm more]
Width:1627 mm mm [1mm less]
Height:1519 mm mm [8mm less]
Wheelbase:2300 mm mm [1mm less]
Width including mirrors:1866 mm
Front track:1407 mm
Rear (Back) track:1397 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):114 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):11.45 m [above average]
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, 282 mm [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc, 240 mm [above average]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringElectric Steering
Tires size195/45 R16 XL
Wheel rims size6.5J x 16

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