2017 Fiat 124 Spider Car review
The new Fiat 124 Spider marks the return of the Italian brand in the affordable roadster market after an absence of more than ten years. Heavily based on the Mazda MX-5, the newcomer combines agile handling with rear wheel of his own car Multiair Fiat turbo engine this car. The 124 Spider also features a quite unique exterior design - although the interior is done virtually unchanged compared to the Mazda.
However, while the original sixty fans will no doubt be appalled by this blatant badge-engineering, this means that the 124 Spider is fun to drive, solid construction and relatively affordable.
And although most Fiat is Japanese, his heart is always 100 percent Italian. Under the own sculpted hood (a clear nod to the original sixty) Fiat 138 horsepower gasoline engine turbo 1.4-liter MultiAir. Not rev as eagerly as the naturally aspirated 1.5 and 2.0-liter units used in the MX-5, but is as fast as this one thanks to its muscular 240 nm torque output. it is also more relaxing to drive, because it does not have to work the engine too hard to access good performance.
engines Currently, there is only one engine choice - a turbocharged gasoline engine 1.4-liter four-cylinder. It is essentially the same unit of MultiAir is used in the Abarth 500. In the 124 Spider, which offers a respectable 138bhp, which is among the entry level 129bhp1.5 liter MX-5 and the flagship 158bhp 2.0 liter vessel Mazda car. However, when scores of Fiat's car her sister a couple. Thanks to the turbocharger, the 124 Spider offers 240 Nm (200 Nm 2.0-liter Mazda product) muscular just 2,250rpm, which means that more readily meets the handle low energy.
According to official figures Fiat cover the 0-62mph sprint in just 7.5 seconds. However, this wave of mid-range torque means that it feels even faster in the real world. And more relaxing because you can often remain at full speed, without the need to go down to accelerate past a slower track or road traffic.
However, while it is not necessary to change gears very often, you probably do anyway. This is largely thanks to the six-speed manual transmission that features fast action and precise short range. It is not the same gearbox on the Mazda, but you do not know how to use. Buyers who want to take things a little easier can choose the six-speed automatic, which can also make manual changes using paddles on the steering wheel.
The 1.4-liter unit looks great, too. He has no appetite, even for towers Mazda units, but has a raucous exhaust note subtly reminiscent of the 1960 original. Yet a background hum a cruise is installed, and in combination with the power delivery torque, which allows Fiat to make a bit like a mini GT car.
design and technology interior
Each outer panel is modified to give a unique look Fiat, while the interior a course of youth bonus is given
Fiat 124 Spider is heavily based on the Mazda MX-5, but Fiat designers have worked hard to hide the roots of Japanese newcomer.
Taking its cues from the original 1960, the 124 Spider features fully customized exterior panels. Key topics include retro narrow trapezoidal grille at the front, plus a couple of bumps "power" on the hood. Another nostalgic detail is money Surround dating back windshield finish the chrome frame of the old car.
The addition of new panels means the spider is 139 mm longer than the MX-5 and 10 mm wider. These are not big increases, but the changes are enough to drive the Fiat slightly uncomfortable being hindered proportions compared to Mazda.
input models get alloy wheels 16 inches, while the more expensive versions have alloy wheels of 17 inches. LED headlights, door mirrors and body color are standard across the range.
An external feature that is shared with the Mazda is the folding fabric roof. It is a bell manually operated, but the opening and closing, there is essentially one hand - just release the latch above the rearview mirror, then pull the roof down in one motion. Currently, there is no power option.
With the roof open, you will see the two rollbars money to protect the driver and passengers in the event of a major accident.
And although most Fiat is Japanese, his heart is always 100 percent Italian. Under the own sculpted hood (a clear nod to the original sixty) Fiat 138 horsepower gasoline engine turbo 1.4-liter MultiAir. Not rev as eagerly as the naturally aspirated 1.5 and 2.0-liter units used in the MX-5, but is as fast as this one thanks to its muscular 240 nm torque output. it is also more relaxing to drive, because it does not have to work the engine too hard to access good performance.
engines Currently, there is only one engine choice - a turbocharged gasoline engine 1.4-liter four-cylinder. It is essentially the same unit of MultiAir is used in the Abarth 500. In the 124 Spider, which offers a respectable 138bhp, which is among the entry level 129bhp1.5 liter MX-5 and the flagship 158bhp 2.0 liter vessel Mazda car. However, when scores of Fiat's car her sister a couple. Thanks to the turbocharger, the 124 Spider offers 240 Nm (200 Nm 2.0-liter Mazda product) muscular just 2,250rpm, which means that more readily meets the handle low energy.
However, while it is not necessary to change gears very often, you probably do anyway. This is largely thanks to the six-speed manual transmission that features fast action and precise short range. It is not the same gearbox on the Mazda, but you do not know how to use. Buyers who want to take things a little easier can choose the six-speed automatic, which can also make manual changes using paddles on the steering wheel.
The 1.4-liter unit looks great, too. He has no appetite, even for towers Mazda units, but has a raucous exhaust note subtly reminiscent of the 1960 original. Yet a background hum a cruise is installed, and in combination with the power delivery torque, which allows Fiat to make a bit like a mini GT car.
design and technology interior
Each outer panel is modified to give a unique look Fiat, while the interior a course of youth bonus is given
Fiat 124 Spider is heavily based on the Mazda MX-5, but Fiat designers have worked hard to hide the roots of Japanese newcomer.
Taking its cues from the original 1960, the 124 Spider features fully customized exterior panels. Key topics include retro narrow trapezoidal grille at the front, plus a couple of bumps "power" on the hood. Another nostalgic detail is money Surround dating back windshield finish the chrome frame of the old car.
The addition of new panels means the spider is 139 mm longer than the MX-5 and 10 mm wider. These are not big increases, but the changes are enough to drive the Fiat slightly uncomfortable being hindered proportions compared to Mazda.
input models get alloy wheels 16 inches, while the more expensive versions have alloy wheels of 17 inches. LED headlights, door mirrors and body color are standard across the range.
An external feature that is shared with the Mazda is the folding fabric roof. It is a bell manually operated, but the opening and closing, there is essentially one hand - just release the latch above the rearview mirror, then pull the roof down in one motion. Currently, there is no power option.
With the roof open, you will see the two rollbars money to protect the driver and passengers in the event of a major accident.
