Fiat 500 C (312) 1.3 MultiJet (75 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)

C (312) Overview:

Fiat 500 (C (312)). With 190 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. 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 (75 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.

Cons:

  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Nuova: 1973 - 1976).

General:
Brand:Fiat
Model:500
Generation:C (312)
Modification (Engine):1.3 MultiJet (75 Hp)
Start of production:2009
End of production:2010
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Cabriolet
Seats:4
Doors:3
Engine:
Power:75 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:60.1 Hp/l [worst than previous generation]
Torque:190 Nm @ 1750 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:169A1000 More details about the engine 169A1000
Engine displacement:1248
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Diesel Commonrail
Engine aspiration:Turbocharger, Intercooler
Valvetrain:OHC
Engine oil capacity:3 l
Coolant:6.3 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:69.6 mm
Piston Stroke:82 mm
Compression ratio:17.6:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Diesel
Space:
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:185 l
Fuel tank capacity:35 l
Size:
Length:3546 mm
Width:1627 mm
Height:1488 mm
Wheelbase:2300 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Tires size175/65 R14; 185/55 R15

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