2019 Fiat 124 Spider Abarth exterior close up shot of fascia and grille with Abarth badge embedded on the hood

What is the Fiat ABARTH Line of Vehicles?

Fiat ABARTH Performance Models Explanation and Overview

We previously talked about Alfa Romeo and its line of Quadrifoglio performance vehicles. Today, we’d like to do the same but with the Fiat brand and their Abarth performance models. Upping style, power, and features, let’s see what Fiat Abarth models have in store!

What Fiat Vehicles are Available as Abarth Models?

Currently, 2 Fiat models are available with an Abarth performance trim level. Those would be the Fiat 500 and the Fiat 124 Spider. The 2019 models of both the 2019 Fiat 500 and the 2019 Fiat 124 Spider, along with their Abarth trim levels, are expected for a release within the next couple of months.


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2019 Fiat 500 vs 2019 Fiat 500 Abarth

For aesthetics, the 2019 Fiat 500 Abarth adds the following over the standard 2019 Fiat 500:

  • 16” Hyper Black Wheels 
  • Abarth Badge 
  • Abarth-Designed Performance Steering Wheel 
  • BeatsAudio® Premiere Sound System 
  • Cabrio Retractable Soft Top 
  • Red-Accented Brake Calipers 
  • Red-Accented Engine Cover 
  • Red-Accented Mirror Caps 
  • Red-Accented Performance Bucket Seats 
  • Signature Red Abarth Exterior Stripe 

As for power, let’s compare:
The standard 2019 Fiat 500 has a 1.4L MultiAir Turbo inline 4 engine. This produces 135 horsepower and 150 lb-ft of torque.
The 2019 Fiat 500 Abarth has 1.4L MultiAir Turbo turbocharged inline 4 engine. This produces 160 horsepower and 183 lb-ft of torque.

2019 Fiat 500 Abarth exterior shot with style upgrades and Abarth badge parked under concrete pillars
2019 Fiat 124 Spider Abarth exterior shot with style upgrades, red paint color, and heritage stripe

2018 Fiat 124 Spider vs 2018 Fiat 124 Spider Abarth

The 2019 Fiat 124 Spider, and the 2019 Fiat 124 Spider Abarth, is on its way. However, the specification information concerning the 2019 models of the Fiat 124 Spider is not yet available. Therefore, we’ll be using the 2018 models for this comparison.
Compared to the 2018 Fiat 124 Spider, the 2018 Fiat 124 Spider Abarth only adds 4 horsepower. However, it does improve performance efficiency through by producing the same amount of torque at a far lower rpm. The rest of the major changes that concern the 2018 Fiat 124 Spider are the following features, providing even greater luxury than the 2019 Fiat 500 Abarth.

  • 124 Spider Chrome Badge 
  • 17” Gun Metallic Wheels 
  • Abarth Fascia Badge 
  • Available Alcantara® Suede Recaro Seats 
  • Fiat Connect 7.0 
  • Heated Leather and Microfiber Sport Seats 
  • Heritage Racing Stripe 
  • Matte Gray Interior Accents 
  • Sport Shift Knob 
  • Sport Steering Wheel 

2019 Fiat 500 Pop, Lounge, and Abarth Trim Level Comparison


Find More Fiat Models in Kenosha, WI

For more information about Fiat models and Abarth trim levels, please contact us here at the Palmen Fiat dealership. We can answer additional questions and check on availability of Fiat models. You can also browse our online inventory of Alfa Romeo and Fiat models in stock. The Palmen Fiat dealership is located in Kenosha, Wisconsin within Kenosha County.