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Beefed-Up Italian City Cars

Fiat 595 Abarth 50th Anniversary Celebrates a Half Century of Speed

— September 9, 2013 — Autos
Those who love the 500 will want to get an eyeful of the Fiat 595 Abarth 50th Anniversary model. The Italian automaker's performance arm is celebrating the 50 year anniversary of the unveiling of the first 595 the way most car companies celebrate things, with a special model. Said special model is the most powerful 595 ever, according to Abarth, and comes equipped with a 1.4-liter engine good for 180 horsepower. Brembo brakes have been added to help slow all that speed down.

Aside from its beefy engine, the Fiat 595 Abarth 50th Anniversary also has other sexy accouterments, including 17-inch alloy wheels, Abarth logos and graphics and a stylish interior. The cabin is highlighted by red leather sport seats. Only 299 units will be made and the car will make its official debut at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show.
Trend Themes
1. Performance City Cars - Opportunity for car companies to create powerful and stylish city cars with advanced performance features.
2. Limited Edition Models - Creation of exclusive models to celebrate milestones and anniversaries, offering unique features and limited production numbers.
3. High-powered Compact Engines - Development of compact engines with high horsepower capabilities, providing enhanced performance for smaller vehicles.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Manufacturing - Automakers can capitalize on the demand for performance city cars by introducing innovative models with powerful engines and stylish designs.
2. Automotive Accessories - Manufacturers of alloy wheels, brakes, and interior enhancements can cater to the growing market for customization and performance upgrades in limited edition models.
3. Motorsports - Motorsports companies can leverage the popularity of high-powered compact engines by offering performance enhancement services and components for racing enthusiasts.
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