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Fiat 500

General information

ModelFiat 500
Year1972
CategoryMinicars
Rating51.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size499 ccm (30.45 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement499 ccm (30.45 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 2 cylinder (twin)
Max power18.00 PS (13 kW or 18 HP) at 4600 Rev. per min.
Max torque28 Nm (2.9 kgf-m or 20.7 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke67.4 x 70.0 mm (2.7 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0353 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space2530 litres (668 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle9 m (358.3 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight510 kg (1,124.4 pounds)
Overall length2980 mm (117.3 inches)
Overall width1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Overall height1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase1850 mm (72.8 inches)
Fuel capacity22.0 litres (5.81 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originItaly
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