Fiat 500 e (312) 24 kWh (113 Hp) Electric


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)

e (312) Overview:

Fiat 500 (e (312)). With a weight of 1352 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 142 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:

  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.

Cons:

  • • Compact cargo space (198 L); may require careful packing.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(C (312): 2011 - 2015).

General:
Brand:Fiat
Model:500
Generation:e (312)
Modification (Engine):24 kWh (113 Hp) Electric
Start of production:2013
End of production:2019
Powertrain Architecture:BEV (Electric Vehicle)
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:4
Doors:3
Performance:
Fuel Type:Electricity
Maximum speed:142 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:12 kg/Hp, 83.6 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:6.8 kg/Nm, 147.2 Nm/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:1352
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:198 l
Size:
Length:3617 mm mm [71mm more]
Width:1628 mm mm [1mm more]
Height:1527 mm mm [39mm more]
Wheelbase:2301 mm mm [1mm more]
Front track:1407 mm
Rear (Back) track:1397 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):114 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):9.5 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureOne electric motor drives the front wheels.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears1
Transmission typeAutomatic
Front brakesVentilated discs, 279.4x22.1 mm [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc, 238.76x10.16 mm [above average]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringElectric Steering
Tires sizeFront wheel tires: 185/55 R15
Wheel rims sizeFront wheel rims: 5.5J x 15
Front suspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspensionSpring Strut, Rigid axle suspension, Coil spring
Electric:
Gross battery capacity:24 kWh
Battery technology:Lithium-ion (Li-Ion)
Battery location:Below the floor, between front and rear seats
System power:113 Hp
System torque:199 Nm
All-electric range:135.2 km
Electric motor power:113 Hp
Electric motor Torque:199 Nm
Average Energy consumption:18.7 kWh/100 km
Electric motor location:Front, Transverse

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