Evo and Redline Auto Parts report interior squeaks, rattles, and loose trim pieces aren’t uncommon. However, overall, r/Fiat sub-Reddit users report the Abarth seems to be a fairly reliable car. Having the manual helps, as CarComplaints reports that’s one of the biggest flaws with the early 500s.
Is the Fiat 500 Abarth fun to drive?
The Abarth is powered by a 1.4-litre turbocharged engine, but it doesn’t feel like it’s lacking any power – when the turbo kicks in it feels pretty fast on the road, and it’s a fun engine to drive with.
Is the Abarth 500 a good car to buy?
The 500 Abarth looks sharp and cute on the outside, but it really drives well. On second thought, it drives exactly how one would expect of an Abarth. Sure, it’s a bit sloppy because of the high center of gravity, but it is still very controllable and easy to toss around in the twisties.
How does the cloth top retract on a Fiat 500C Abarth?
With just the push of a button, the Fiat 500c Abarth’s power-operated cloth top retracts up to the rear spoiler during speeds up to a best-in-class 60 mph (a midway point can be chosen by pressing the button anytime in between).
What is the top speed of an Abarth?
The top speed for the Abarth models is also up significantly to a quoted 129 mph. The engine is a snappy revver and also has a very pronounced and unique sound profile from the Abarth-tuned dual exhaust pipes out back.
How does the Abarth 500 Abarth compare to the Subaru BRZ?
The 500 Abarth also undercuts the equivalent Mini Cooper S engine on price, but moves this tiny machine past $26,000 for the Abarth 500C – which is uncomfortably close to the Subaru BRZ and other performance cars. The arrival of the American-spec Ford Fiesta ST certainly complicates the theoretical comparison test for these performance supermini’s.
