2008 Abarth 500 Opening Edition 1.4 Turbo Specifications

2008 Abarth 500 Engine & Transmission.

Engine:

The Hatchback version of the 500 model has a 1368 cc (83.4 ci) 16 valve Straight 4 Turbo Petrol engine.

Transmission:

This particular Abarth 500 Opening Edition 1.4 Turbo has a 5 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's FWD system.

2008 Abarth 500 Power & Torque.

Power:

The 2008 Abarth 500 reaches its peak power of 158 bhp (117 kW) @ 5750 rpm.

Torque:

The 2008 Abarth 500 produces torque measuring 170 lb-ft (230.4 Nm) @ 3000 rpm.

Power to Weight:

The 500 weighs around 1120 kg (2469 lb). The 2008 Abarth 500 Power to weight is 141.0 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 151.7 lb-ft of torque per ton.

2008 Abarth 500 0-60, Top Speed & Quarter Mile

Top Speed:

The 2008 Abarth 500 has a top speed of 131 mph (210.8 kph)

Acceleration:

The 2008 Abarth 500 accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 7.10 seconds or 0-100kph in 7.3s. The 2008 Abarth 500 estimated 1/4 mile drag time is 14.56 seconds with a trap speed of 88.3 mph.

2008 500 Opening Edition 1.4 Turbo Rivals:

• 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle-Malibu SS 350 Coupe 2nd Gen
• 1989 Mazda RX7 Turbo
• 2004 Lotus Exige S2 1.8

Related Links:

• 2008 500 Rivals List.
• 2008 500: Full Review and Comparisons.
• A Brief History of Abarth
• Compare the 2008 Abarth 500

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