Ever since BMW released the Mini, some manufactures have been re- releasing older models like the VW Beatle, VW Scirocco and of course the 500.

Fiat first showed the new 500 off in March 2007, pretty much 50 years after the first 500 was debuted. The chassis is also shared with the new 2009 Ford Ka. There engines are available 1.2 litre and a 1.4 litre petrol engine and a 1.3 diesel engine.  There will be an Abarth version released with a 1.4 litre turbo charged engine with 135 BHP.

The Fiat 500 receives a full 5 star rating from ENCAP on their safety rating which for a small car is excellent so if you’re wanting safety in a small car look no further.

The sports seats do take a bit of space away from the interior but they are a lot more comfortable than the standard seats. Featuring plenty of airbags inside also aids the Fiat 500’s 5 star NCAP rating. 
Hopefully with the Abarth been the top of the range it will be very high spec and a minimal range of optional extras. The turbocharged 1.4 engine is very lively and likes to get up and go in any area of the rev range.  As usual the plastics within the car do leave a little bit to be desired but the car is cheap and cheerful. The car has stacks of grip and is also packed with clever electronics helping you drive the fiat 500 along.

Optional extras are minimal with only 1 audio related one which is the 100w subwoofer which first featured in the Fiat Punto, Front fog lights aren’t that expensive at only £100.

Fiat 500 Abarth