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Abarth 500 Coupe Pininfarina

General information

ModelAbarth 500 Coupe Pininfarina
Year1957
Rating53.7 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
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement479 ccm (29.23 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 2 cylinder (twin)
Max power23.30 PS (17 kW or 23 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque33.00 Nm (3.4 kgf-m or 24.3 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Compression9.7:1
Bore x stroke660.0 x 70.0 mm (26.0 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed145.0 km/h (90.1 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0498 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space2910 litres (769 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight468 kg (1,031.8 pounds)
Overall length3350 mm (131.9 inches)
Overall width1260 mm (49.6 inches)
Overall height1220 mm (48.0 inches)
Wheelbase1850 mm (72.8 inches)
Fuel capacity27.0 litres (7.13 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originItaly
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