Fiat 500 312 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)

312 Overview:

Fiat 500 (312). With 131 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.7 l/100km). Weighing only 930 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.5 s). The top speed reaches 182 km/h. 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 (100 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Respectable acceleration of 10.5 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
  • • 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 - 2015).

General:
Brand:Fiat
Model:500
Generation: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:Hatchback
Seats:4
Doors:3
Engine:
Engine systems:Start & Stop System
Power:100 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:73.1 Hp/l [Same length.]
Torque:131 Nm @ 4250 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:169A3000 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
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:10.5 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:10.5 sec
Maximum speed:182 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:9.3 kg/Hp, 107.5 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:7.1 kg/Nm, 140.9 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:10 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:930
Max. weight:1370
Max load:440
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:550 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:185 l
Fuel tank capacity:35 l
Size:
Length:3546 mm [Same length.]
Width:1627 mm [Same width.]
Height:1488 mm [Same height.]
Wheelbase:2300 mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1414 mm
Rear (Back) track:1408 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):10.68 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears6
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc [above average]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringElectric Steering
Tires size185/55 R15; 195/45 R16
Wheel rims size15; 16
Front suspensionIndependent type McPherson
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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