Fiat 500 C (312, facelift 2015) 1.0 (70 Hp) Mild Hybrid


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, facelift 2015) Overview:

Fiat 500 (C (312, facelift 2015)). With 92 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~4.9 l/100km). Weighing only 980 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.8 s). The top speed reaches 167 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 (70 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 13.8 sec).
  • • Exceptional fuel efficiency: 4.1 L/100 km.

Cons:

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


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(e (332) 3+1: 2020 - ).

General:
Brand:Fiat
Model:500
Generation:C (312, facelift 2015)
Modification (Engine):1.0 (70 Hp) Mild Hybrid
Start of production:January, 2020
Powertrain Architecture:MHEV (Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle, power-assist hybrid, battery-assisted hybrid vehicles, BAHV)
Body type:Cabriolet
Seats:4
Doors:3
Engine:
Engine systems:Start & Stop System
Power:70 Hp @ 6000 rpm. [0hp less]
Power per litre:70.1 Hp/l [worst than previous generation]
Torque:92 Nm @ 3500 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:312.AYD1B More details about the engine 312.AYD1B
Engine displacement:999
Number of cylinders:3
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine oil capacity:2.5 l
Coolant:4.4 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:70 mm mm
Piston Stroke:86.5 mm mm
Compression ratio:12:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:4.9 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:3.6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC):4.1 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC):4.9 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC):3.6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:4.1 l/100 km
Emission standard:Euro 6d
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:13.8 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:13.8 sec
Maximum speed:167 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:14 kg/Hp, 71.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:10.7 kg/Nm, 93.9 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:13.1 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:980
Max. weight:1360
Max load:380
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:550 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:185 l
Fuel tank capacity:35 l
Size:
Length:3571 mm mm [61mm less]
Width:1627 mm mm [56mm less]
Height:1488 mm mm [39mm less]
Wheelbase:2300 mm mm [22mm less]
Width including mirrors:1893 mm
Front track:1413 mm
Rear (Back) track:1407 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):9.3 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric motor drive the front wheels of the car with the ability to work only in mixed mode.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears6
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesDisc, 257 mm [bad for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDrum, 180 mm [bad for performance and cooling.]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringElectric Steering
Tires size185/55 R15
Wheel rims size15
Front suspensionIndependent type McPherson
Rear suspensionTorsion

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