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Fiat 500

General information

ModelFiat 500
Year1958
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating53.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size479 ccm (29.23 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear
Displacement479 ccm (29.23 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 2 cylinder (twin)
Max power14.00 PS (10 kW or 14 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque24.00 Nm (2.4 kgf-m or 17.7 ft.lbs) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Compression7.1:1
Bore x stroke67.4 x 70.0 mm (2.7 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemAir
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0298 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space2420 litres (639 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle8 m (322.8 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight470 kg (1,036.2 pounds)
Overall length2980 mm (117.3 inches)
Overall width1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Overall height1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Wheelbase1850 mm (72.8 inches)
Fuel capacity37.0 litres (9.78 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originItaly
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