The Fiat, Alfa Romeo and Abarth brands will take part in the prestigious 100th edition of the great Sicilian classic. Alfa Romeo and Abarth are main sponsors of "Targa Florio", proof of the special attention FCA pays to the world of historic cars and the events that enhance the sports tradition of its brands.

The 100th edition of the legendary "Targa Florio", the oldest car race in the world, will be held in Sicily 5-8 May. It was originally commissioned, funded and organised by the Palermo magnate Vincenzo Florio for the purpose of establishing a "practical and precise criterion for assessing the travelling car". The race has been competed in various forms ever since 1906. Organised by AC Palermo in collaboration with the Automobile Club of Italy, it is four events rolled up in one: Targa Florio Rally, Targa Florio Historic Rally, Targa Florio Classic and Targa Florio Historic Speed.

Alfa Romeo

Alfa Romeo has written some of the most beautiful chapters of its sports history at the Targa Florio by taking 10 absolute victories, 3 second places, 7 third places and 10 fastest laps. This extraordinary prize record has been enriched with two records: that of consecutive victories (6 wins from 1930 to 1935) and that of doubles, with five in all. Added to these are the many class wins, with the Giulia GTA, Giulietta SZ, Giulia TZ and TZ2.

The Alfa Romeo brand is taking part in the Targa Florio Classic, the historic regularity competition that will pass by characteristic places in Sicily tied to the famous race, with two gorgeous models coming from the Alfa Romeo Historic Museum in Arese called "La macchina del tempo". The 1960 Giulietta SZ (4 cylinders in line, 1290 cc, 100 HP) is a model belonging to the second series and is distinguished by its so-called "cut-off tail" (or Kamm tail) that, along with its aerodynamic efficiency, easily takes it up to the speed of 200 km/h. The 1963 Giulia Sprint Speciale (4 cylinders in line, 1570 cc, 112 HP) is the technological evolution of the Giulietta SS, a coupé featuring sinuous and personal lines that was designed by Scaglione. The Giulia Sprint Speciale also has an aerodynamic line taken from the aircraft of the day and developed with direct observation of the flows using wool threads applied on the bodywork of a car launched at full speed on the Turin-Milan motorway. 

The four historic cars contending in the Targa Florio Historic Speed race also come from the Alfa Romeo official collection. This is the dynamic catwalk down which the drivers and cars that made the Sicilian "cursa" great paraded, from the stands of Floriopoli to Cerda. The Alfa Romeo 6C 1500 Super Sport of 1928 (6 cylinders in line, compressor, 1487 cc, 76 HP) is the first model of the long-lived six-cylinder dynasty of the "Jano" era to win Alfa's first of 11 successes at the Mille Miglia with Giuseppe Campari and to place, with the same driver, absolute second and first of class at the 1928 Targa Florio. The Alfa Romeo 33/2 "Daytona" of 1968 (V8, 1995 cc, 270 HP) is a two-litre sports racing prototype that stole the scene at the endurance races and time trials of the day, and that clinched the class victory at the 1968 Targa Florio. The 1975 Alfa Romeo 33 TT 12 (12-cylinder boxer engine, 2995 cc, 500 HP) won the World Championship for Makes in 1975 and also won the Targa Florio during that magical season with Merzario (the best interpreter of the 33 TT 12) and Vaccarella (a "Targa" icon). The three cars will be driven respectively by Jochen Mass, Andrea De Adamich and Arturo Merzario, three "great glories" of international sports motor racing, who have attained many of their most important successes with Alfa Romeo cars. Completing the line-up at the Targa Florio Historic Speed competition is the Alfa Romeo 750 Competizione of 1955 (4 cylinders in line, 1488 cc, 145 HP), a racing spider made in only one complete unit. Its engine came from the Giulietta and its lines were designed by Boano.

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A final great sports car coming from the Alfa Romeo Historic Museum will stand in the spotlight at the gala dinner of the event, scheduled for the evening of 5 May at Villa Chiaramonte Bordonaro. It is the RL TF of 1923, the legendary car with which Ugo Sivocci won the first of 10 Alfa Romeo victories at the Targa Florio. It was a thrilling race: at the wheel of a RL model, which was renamed "RL TF" precisely in honour of this victory, Sivocci covered the 432 km of the Madonìe Circuit (4 laps, 108 km each) at the average speed of 59.04 km/h, which was an amazing speed for the time, above all considering the dangers and hardships of the route. As a sign of good omen, the sides of this car had been decorated with a green four-leaf clover before the race, and this was the beginning of the history of a legendary symbol for Alfa Romeo. A history that over 90 years later still continues today with the new Giulia Quadrifoglio, which depicts the new Alfa Romeo paradigm and that will be exhibited next to the RL TF.

Several prestigious locations in Palermo will also host dedicated areas exhibiting the latest Alfa Romeo models during the days of the Targa Florio. They range from the captivating Giulia Quadrifoglio to the new Giulietta and Mito, the two recently updated models that display a marked family feeling with the Giulia, as seen in the new front that flaunts a brand-new grill and the legendary trefoil, perhaps the most famous and recognisable signature in the automotive world. Even the lettering of the names “Giulietta” and “Mito” also winks to that of the Giulia, with both cars sporting the refreshed logo of the Alfa Romeo brand. 

Abarth

Abarth is also participating in the prestigious 100th edition as a Main Sponsor. It boasts a splendid tradition of successes at the Targa Florio speed competition, including the many class wins achieved with the 1000 SPs - nimble sport cars that have always found themselves at ease on the Madonìe roads - and with the 124 Rally vehicles in the latest editions of the '70s.

Ever since Targa Florio was transformed from a speed race to a rally, Abarth has taken a number of absolute wins: two with the Abarth 131 Rally, in 1979 with Adartico Vudafieri and in 1980 with Mario Pasetti; two with the Fiat Punto Super 1600, in 2003 and 2004, again driven by Paolo Andreucci, who also won in 2006 with the Abarth Grande Punto S2000. The same model was first to pass the finish line in 2009 with Luca Rossetti at the wheel. The first nine absolute first places are also attributable to Abarth's work. Altogether, they were won by Lancia Rally, Lancia Delta S4 and Integrale, cars developed by Abarth engineers.

In line with its historical identity, Abarth will mark its presence at the Targa Florio above all in the Rally, which counts toward the Italian Rally Championship, and in the Historic Rally, valid for the Italian Historic Car Rally Championship. The races will be opened by three new cars of the Scorpion brand: Abarth 124, Abarth 595 Competizione and Abarth 695 Biposto.
Moreover, an extraordinary Fiat 124 Abarth Rally Gr. 4 (1975) belonging to the company's historic collection will participate in the start and in the night-time performance trial on Friday, 6 May in the role of "forerunner of honour". It will be driven for the occasion by the Verini/Rossetti team, the same that led it to victory in the 1975 European Rally Championship. The Fiat 124 Abarth Rally Gr. 4 will also take part in the Targa Florio Historic Speed on Sunday, 8 May.

On the occasion of the event, the public will be able to receive information on the Abarth Classiche project, register in "The Scorpionship" community and admire the new Abarth 124 spider in piazza Verdi. In particular, designed to satisfy even the tastes of the most difficult-to-please drivers, the new Abarth model is fitted out with rear-wheel drive, sophisticated suspension and a four-cylinder 1.4 MultiAir Turbo engine with 170 HP, paired with a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic Sequenziale Sportivo gearbox with steering-wheel paddle shifters. The first 2,500 units of the exclusive, limited edition model made by Officine Abarth can be ordered at a price of 40,000 Euro across Europe. The car will be available in dealerships starting from September. The new Abarth 124 spider can also be purchased with the FCA Bank solution by paying 300-Euro monthly instalments.

First launched last November at the Officine Abarth in Mirafiori in Turin, the Abarth Classiche project is organised on various levels, from the restoration atelier to the Abarth Register which coordinates shows, events, rallies and competitions. As expected, the programme has been a great success, with numerous certifications already carried out and a long waiting list of bookings. The coherence between current models and those which set so many motoring records is one of the secrets of the brand's commercial success. More information is available on the brand-new website: http://www.abarthclassiche.com. 
As for digital resources, “The Scorpionship”, the only Abarth official community dedicated to owners, collectors, Abarth club members and fans, opened on March 1. Anyone can register by filling out the form on the http://scorpionship.abarth.com website. “The Scorpionship” members will have access to plenty of exciting advantages, promotions and racing opportunities as well as exclusive invites to meetings for fans.

Finally, the Abarth 124 spider Rally will be on display at the rally's Park Fermè in Campofelice di Roccella. The experience of the Abarth Racing Team paved the way for this concentrate of pure energy and performance in order to bring the Scorpion back onto the most glorious and demanding rally courses. Forty years after its last official race, the 1976 Monte Carlo Rally, the Abarth 124 Rally is back with the same philosophy: to test road cars' technical solutions under extreme conditions and to guarantee all Abarth customers excellent performance and maximum reliability. Its bonnet conceals the direct injection 1800 cm³ twin cam turbo engine that, thanks to the different selectable mappings, provides power up to 300 HP at 6500 rpm and an optimum torque curve, a key element to allow the driver steering and acceleration balance in drifting. Performance is breathtaking; acceleration is scorching and marked with full, riveting sound. The project was developed to ensure reliability and performance also in the extreme conditions typical of rallies: ice, dirt, dust, water, heat. Even the transmission was designed to enhance performance: the engine is coupled to a rapid 6-speed sequential gearbox with shift paddles and traction is assured by the mechanical self-locking differential.

Fiat 

The Fiat brand completes the FCA team at this prestigious commemoration event, and will arrive with a 124 Sport Spider (1970) racing in the Targa Florio Classic. Launched in 1966, this evolution of the Fiat 124 saloon in the Spider version was a sports car that everyone fell in love with at first sight, also because of its successful design by Pininfarina, and it achieved important class placings at the late '60s editions of the "cursa". The 124 Spider is fitted with a five-speed manual gearbox, a 1438 cm³ twin camshaft engine and disc brakes on all four wheels. Americans were mad about the proportions and noticeably Italian style of the Fiat 124 Spider, as well as its waterproof soft top that could be lowered directly from the driver's seat very quickly and simply. Over 200,000 units were produced between 1966 and 1985, and more than three-quarters of them crossed the Atlantic.

Also joining its memorable "ancestor" is the new Fiat 124 Spider, whose advanced style houses the classic beauty of the historic car without betraying its essence. A tribute to the iconic car whose name it carries, the new Fiat 124 Spider follows the tradition of its famous ancestor and brings its classic styling and performance to a new generation. The new Fiat Spider is equipped with the reliable 1.4-litre turbo four-cylinder engine with MultiAir technology, which delivers 140 HP and 240 Nm of torque, and is available with a six-speed manual transmission.

Lastly, two new Doblòs of the Fiat Professional brand are making their débuts at the Targa Florio in the mobile workshop version. They are accompanying the FCA Heritage collection cars during events in various countries. This quality support will be offered to the new structure throughout 2016. It was set up with the job of coordinating all of the company's actions in the world of historic motor racing. The term 'Heritage' was selected precisely because of its dual meaning of "heritage" and "inheritance", as it symbolises the value of a history that is not only an asset of the company, but is also a historic and cultural keepsake of the entire countr

From 23 to 26 June, the English county of West Sussex will host one of the most prestigious events of international motor sports. Making an appearance at the happening will be several rare classic cars of the Alfa Romeo, Abarth and Fiat brands, along with the latest new FCA models, to reassert the eternal link between the icons of the past and the cars currently being produced.

FCA is taking part in the 2016 edition of the famous "Goodwood Festival of Speed" that will take place from 23 to 26 June in the English county of West Sussex. It is considered one of the most important international events dedicated to motor sports. The event, comprising the Hillclimb Race, themed shows and exhibitions of historical and current cars, annually draws a crowd of more than 150,000 fans and collectors from around the world.

Also taking part in the prestigious event are several rare classic Alfa Romeo, Abarth and Fiat vehicles from the FCA Heritage collection, the new structure that coordinates all the company's activities in the world of classic motoring. In particular, the Alfa Romeo brand is displaying models such as the Giulia TI Super (1963), 1750 GT Am (1970), 33 TT 12 (1975) and 33.3-litre Le Mans (1970), all belonging to the Alfa Romeo Historic Museum in Arese named "La macchina del tempo" (information and opening hours on the site www.museoalfaromeo.com). The line-up is completed with the legendary 124 Abarth Rally Gr. 4 (1975) and the Fiat S 61 Corsa (1908).

The classic cars will be on display at the Brooklands Paddock, and some of them will face the main attraction of the Festival of Speed, the "mixed-fast" track of the Goodwood Hillclimb. The track almost 2-kilometres long begins with a tree-lined road going through the southern corner of the Goodwood Estate, to then turn decisively in front of the Goodwood House before climbing up a fraught and narrow road enclosed by stone walls and thick forests heading toward the racetrack, which dominates on the top of the majestic South Downs. It should be noted that the difference in track height from start to finish is nearly 100 metres, and it is particularly technical and difficult, to the point of putting a strain on the skills of concentration and speed of the best drivers in the world.

Finally,these rare vehicles will be accompanied by the latest new FCA models, confirming that eternal link between the icons of the past and the vehicles currently produced by the group. On hand to represent Alfa Romeo will be the 4C Spider supercar, the brand's modern icon, and the new Giulietta and Mito which have recently been refreshed and now display a strong family feelingwith the new Giulia. It is precisely the latter that will be the undisputed star of the English event - in the Super and Quadrifoglio versions - which not only makes the brand's most authentic statement, but is also a symbol of Italian technological excellence and styling.

The English event is also the perfect opportunity to get a close-up look at the latest Abarth products, ranging from the new Abarth 124 spider, a genuine roadster that guarantees all the excitement and pleasure of driving a high performance car developed by the Abarth Racing Team, to the new Abarth 595 Competizione, the evolution of the Abarth icon that has won over enthusiasts worldwide from 2008 to present. The spotlight is also trained on the new Abarth 124 Rally, a concentrate of pure technology and performance resulting from the Abarth Racing Team's experience to bring the brand back to the most glorious and demanding rally races.

A special mention goes to the fully immersive experience based on Virtual Reality technology that will allow the guests of the brand's stand to uncover every single detail of the new Abarth 124 spider. By using a dedicated tool and aided by latest generation technologies, users will be able to move around the car, open its doors, sit inside and press the accelerator pedal to savour the sound of its engine and tailpipes, all immersed in a virtual reality. They will also have the chance to configure the new Abarth 124 spider to their liking and receive the configuration by email should they want to purchase it from any Abarth dealer.

The excitement of driving Abarth cars can be relived through membership of "The Scorpionship", the only official community dedicated to Abarth owners, collectors, club-members and enthusiasts. Registration on the scorpionship.abarth.com website brings with it a series of major advantages, promotions and opportunities, also in relation to racing events and exclusive invitations to encounters for Abarth fans.

A short description of the classic cars presented to the public at the "Goodwood Festival of Speed 2016" follows.

Alfa Romeo Giulia TI Super (1963)

The revolutionary and groundbreaking Giulia saloon debuted in 1962. The advertising claim terms it "designed by the wind" was inspired by the Giulia's outstanding drag coefficient of 0.34, a value which would still be competitive on today's market. This sports saloon became the backbone of Alfa Romeo's line-up and depicts the production link between the company's Portello and Arese plants.
The Giulia was the first mass-produced car with a five-speed transmission and one of the first with a differentiated body structure: in the event of a collision the passenger compartment held its shape, ensuring greater passenger safety. The Giulia's 1600 four-cylinder engine had a crankcase and cylinder head made of aluminium rather than cast iron, was essentially derived from the Giulia "milletrè" (launched in 1954) and was an extremely sophisticated and high-performance engine with long durability. The exceptional dynamics and design features of the Giulia, in its various guises, garnered incredible results in races. The Giulia TI Super, launched in 1963 (112 HP and 190 km/h), is the rarest and most prestigious Giulia saloon. Only 501 of this ready-to-race version were produced, almost all of them in Biancospino White, with the Quadrifoglio cloverleaf emblem on the side panels and boot and with the bodywork streamlined to further improve its already excellent performance. The TI Super nurtured a generation of racing drivers who eventually graduated to higher formulas, having put themselves in the spotlight with victories and rankings achieved behind the wheel of the Alfa Romeo saloon. The Giulia TI Super is particularly suited to road races, as it proved by memorably winning its category in the 1963 Tour de France Auto, one of its greatest successes. Over a million units had been built by the time the Giulia series reached the end of its long production run.

Alfa Romeo 1750 GT Am (1970)

Four round headlights, a raised and aggressive profile and prominent wheel arches are the features that recall the technologically advanced spirit of the "Alfa Giulia GTA" series. The name GT Am (where "Am" stands for "America") refers to the version sold on the North American market since Alfa Romeo used the 1750 GTV version with injection as its homologation model in the United States. With only 40 units built, the GT Am was fuelled by Spica or Lucas mechanical injection that unleashed up to 220 HP of power at 7200 rpm from its 2-litre engine. Steel plate was chosen for its bodywork, but a considerable reduction in weight of 150 kg out of the total 900 kg was however achieved by using plastic side and rear panels. This solution offered Autodelta the chance to reach spectacular results. In 1970 it won the European Touring Car Championship with the Dutchman Toine Hezemans, and in the following year it placed first in the manufacturers category. Outstanding drivers like Hezemans, Andrea de Adamich, Carlo Facetti and Nino Vaccarella were able to develop the car's full potential - which could deliver up to 240 HP at 7500 rpm and whiz along at 230 km/h - and even challenged the 3-litre BMW CSL, the Ford Capri and the 5-litre Chevrolet. Three Alfa Romeo GT Ams lined up behind a 3-litre BMW Alpina to place second, third and fourth at the 1970 Spa 24 Hours. It was a golden age in motor racing for Alfa Romeo.

Alfa Romeo 33 TT 12 (1975)

The 33 TT 12 appeared on 5 May 1973 at the "1000 km of Spa-Francorchamps", when the World Sportscar Championship was experiencing a time of great popularity and was a ground for major car makers to prove their worth (including Alfa Romeo with the prolific "33" family). The number "33" had been introduced in 1967 and has by now become a legend. The letters "TT" stood for "Telaio Tubolare" (tubular chassis), derived from its predecessor the "33 TT3" with a V8 engine, while "12" was the number of cylinders of the unprecedented three-litre boxer engine capable of delivering in excess of 500 HP and a speed of 330 km/h. The mechanical innovations were complemented by an unusual, yet unmistakable aerodynamic body with two side fins and a very obvious air intake "periscope".
The year of its appearance, 1973, was also dedicated to developing the new Sport Prototype. The 33 TT 12 started reaping its first wins one year later, in 1974. The big wins came in 1975: the best drivers of the day dominated seven of the eight races on the calendar and won the coveted World Championship title, Alfa Romeo's fourth. The "heroes" of the 33 TT 12 were Andretti, Bell, Brambilla, Ickx, Lafitte, Mass, Merzario, Pescarolo, Scheckter, Stommellen and Vaccarella.

33/3-litre Le Mans (1970)

The 33/3-litre with six-speed gearbox is the development of the previous "2-litre" version. It was fitted out with a 2998 cc, 8-cylinder "V" engine with 4 valves and indirect injection and delivered 400 HP at 8000 rpm. The monocoque bodyshell chassis was formed by aluminium and titanium panels with a wheelbase practically the same as the 33/2. Its top speed was 330 km/h, and it was the 1971 version that collected the highest number of wins, including the one at the Targa Florio with Vaccarella and Hezemans.

124 Abarth Rally Gr. 4 (1975)

Compared to the Fiat 124 Sport Spider from which it was derived, Fiat 124 Abarth Rally Gr. 4 of 1975 has a more powerful engine, is lighter in weight owing to the roof and bonnets made of fibreglass and its aluminium doors, is appreciably stronger both structurally and mechanically, and was given MacPherson independent suspension at the rear axle plus new parts specifically for sports use, such as lightweight alloy rims, roll bar, fixed hard top and bucket seats.
After being properly tuned at the Abarth racing department, the car made its début during the 1972 sports season when the "Fiat Racing Team" officially took the field, and it became the Group's leading car in the competitions until 1975, when it was replaced by the 131 Abarth Rally the following year. Fitted with a 200 HP 1,756 cc engine, this car reaches a top speed of 170 km/h, depending on the gearbox ratio, and it claimed two victories at the European Rally Championship (in 1972 and 1975), grabbing second place in the manufacturer's championship title for four seasons in a row, from 1972 to 1975.
Maurizio Verini will also be driving the car at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. It was with this car - which still bears his name on the side panels - that he won the 1975 European Championship.

Fiat S 61 Corsa (1908)

The S 61 Corsa is the sports derivation - prepared for the North American market - of the grand touring car by the same name built by Fiat, and was capable of topping the respectable speed for the day of 150 km/h. Provided with a lighter frame and a 10-litre four-cylinder engine with overhead valves, the car competed in a large number of races in the U.S. between 1908 and 1912 and clinched illustrious wins. They included first and third place at the American Grand Prix in Savannah, Georgia in 1908, won respectively by Louis Wagner and Felice Nazzaro; third place at the Indianapolis 500 in 1911; the victory at the Santa Monica circuit in 1912 (with Ted Tedzlaff behind the wheel) and that of the American Grand Prix in Milwaukee, won by Caleb Bragg.
Link to the video dedicated to the restoration of the Fiat S61: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q5Cucdo4sIM 

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• The new 500 exclusive special series can now be ordered from all Fiat dealerships.
• Created from the meeting of two absolute icons in the motoring and nautical worlds.
• Available as a sedan and a cabriolet, the car stands out for its unique appearance and premium materials by Riva.
• The dashboard is made of real mahogany with maple inlays, the same woods used on Riva yachts.
• Exclusive details, extensive standard equipment and a complete engines line-up.
• On the main European markets, the first 500 cars will sport a numbered limited edition badge which can be personalised by the customer.
• For specific details and prices, visit the local press sites.

The Fiat 500, launched in 1957, strongly contributed to motorising Italy and quickly become a cult model of which over four million would be sold. Those were the years of the Dolce Vita, during which the country was rapidly evolving and restarting with dynamic vigour and enthusiasm. The legendary 500 went beyond meeting the growing need to make mobility accessible and expressed the deep-seated zest for life of an entire generation. The same expression of vitality was projected in the same period by Aquarama, the Riva speedboat synonymous with elegance and perfection. An authentic status symbol, made of premium quality materials, meticulously executed detailing and maximum craft expertise.

As of today, the new 500 Riva can be ordered at all Fiat dealerships (for specific details and prices, visit the local press sites). The exclusive limited series stands out for its unique appearance and refined details, having been created with the partnership of Riva, a legendary brand in the nautical world, synonymous with elegance and Italian taste. Style is expressed by the dashboard, for instance: the gear knob is carved from solid mahogany and the dashboard, also made of mahogany, has maple inlays. These superior woods used to make the Riva yachts and the privilege of premium cars are re-interpreted on 500 through the combination of sophisticated technology and expert crafting.

The iconic Fiat blends with the timeless allure of Riva, to produce a car that combines the style and design features of both brands.
Two absolute legends in the world of cars and of boats meet to create a new desirable object, which symbolises outstanding Italian beauty.

Fiat 500 Riva is also convertible: this version expresses an unmistakable style made of precious wood and dedication to details to turn any trip into an exclusive cruise.

A car born at sea to seduce the city

The target of the new 500 Riva are motorists seeking on dry land the same exclusivity of Aquariva Super yacht - the current Riva icon - and the accessibility that has made the 500 an icon: quality materials and a unique style to experience the emotions of a cruise on everyday city streets.
The "Sera Blue" bodywork, an exclusive colour for this limited special series, is one of the most appreciated of the palette offered for Aquariva Super, the Italian shipyard's emblematic yacht and successor to the legendary Aquarama.
The convertible version boasts a new blue top, created exclusively for this version, while the black of the sedan's panoramic roof makes it particularly elegant.

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Unique details embellish the livery: the mirror caps are chrome-plated, as are the handles and the bonnet trim which emphasises the streamline style of the bonnet, in perfect harmony with Riva boats. Furthermore, a double aquamarine line running along the belt line enhances the soft profile of the 500 and recalls the beautiful line of a yacht. Lastly, the car feature brand new and exclusive 16" 20-spoke light alloy rims with a dedicated blue finish, designed particularly for this series. Not by chance, the special series really carries the Riva name: it is the only 500 to give way on the bonnet to the logo of the nautical legend and the name is spelt out on the wheel arch, on the wooden insert on the side panel and on the dashboard.

Emotions and comfort on-board

Inside, the central dashboard, in hand-painted mahogany with maple inlay work, offers the occupants the luxurious warmth of life on-board, as emphasised by the Riva logo. An innovative engineering process was implemented to make the dashboard: the wood is applied onto an ultralight carbon shell to ensure stability, flexibility and perfect strength over time. The maple inlays are inserted by hand making each creation truly unique. Wood - the most natural of materials - meets state-of-the-art technology for a result of absolute excellence, just like on Riva yachts: the perfect combination of ultimate technology and expert craftsmanship.
The door sills and gear lever knob carved from a solid piece of wood also made of mahogany, while for the seats an exclusive ivory leather created by Poltrona Frau^® has been selected, with ivory stitching in a different tone on the seat piping. The seat side strips are Sera blue, like the profiles of the seatbelts, also ivory. The colours and materials recall the exclusive ambience of Aquariva Super, ensuring thrills and comfort.
The attention to detail can be seen everywhere, in a coherent and elegant colour palate. The mats are especially created with ivory hems and contrasting "Sera Blue" stitching, as is the boot mat that also features a wood insert with Riva lettering.

A complete range of engines

The new 500 Riva offers a wide range of high-performance engines, contained in terms of consumption and respecting the environment as demonstrated by their Euro6 type-approval.
Such as the tried-and-tested champion of thrift 1.2 Fire with 69 CV, also available with ECO function. This engine fits a smart alternator, a specific aerodynamic pack and new tyres which guarantee low rolling resistance and high resistance to wear. These developments as a whole translate into real savings on running costs and a sustainable environment impact. One number for all: the CO₂ emissions total only 99 grams per kilometre. Also petrol are the TwinAir 0.9 cm³ with 85 HP and 105 HP two-cylinder engines which are a real, accessible solution to maximising benefits for the environment and for your pocket.

The 1.3 Multijet 95 HP diesel engine could not be missing from the line-up. Once again, Fiat 500 is the only car in its segment to offer a turbo diesel. The 1.3 Multijet is the pride and joy of FCA motor engineering and ensures great autonomy and low running costs without sacrificing comfort or pleasure to drive. With a power output of 95 HP delivered at 3750 rpm, it is able to reach a maximum speed of 180 km/h and accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.7 seconds. In addition, the use of a turbocharger with variable geometry enables the engine to deliver high torque at low revs: 170 Nm at 1,250 rpm and a maximum torque of 200 Nm at 1,500 rpm, all to the benefit of flexible running and pleasant driving.
Depending on the engine, there is 5 or 6 speed mechanical transmission or the robotic Dualogic.

Comfort, safety and infotainment

The new special series offers the public an extensive range of equipment. As well as the aesthetic details that make it unique, the Fiat 500 Riva ensures safety thanks to seven airbags, ABS complete with EBD (Electronic Brake Distribution), ESC (Electronic Stability Control), ASR (Anti Slip Regulation) Hill Holder, which assists the driver during hill starts, and HBA (Hydraulic Brake Assistance) that helps with emergency braking. Also included as standard are automatic air-conditioning, fog lights, LED day-time lights and a personalised TFT screen with aquamarine background and Riva logo.
In addition, the dashboard incorporates a Uconnect^TM 7" HD LIVE touchscreen with tablet effect and HD display, the next frontier of infotainment, as standard equipment. This system implements a wide range of functions, including Uconnect^TM LIVE services as standard, Bluetooth hands-free system, voice recognition and plenty of music options, in addition to FM/AM radio. The driver can connect their multimedia devices via USB or using the 3.5mm auxiliary jack, or stream music from a compatible smartphone using Bluetooth. On request, a digital radio (DAB) and built-in 3D TomTom navigator can also be provided.

BeatsAudio^TM system

The new Fiat 500 Riva offers the latest audio experience from Beats by Dr. Dre, the system designed to revolutionise the way in which music can be heard inside the vehicle. On request, the customer can also equip their car with the exclusive BeatsAudio^TM system developed in conjunction with Beats by Dr Dre. Specifically, the BeatsAudio^TM system boasts a total output of 440 watts and features a digital 8-channel amplifier integrating an advanced equalisation algorithm, which can recreate the entire sound spectrum that an artist experiences during studio recording.
The Beats Audio^TM sound system consists of an 8-channel amplifier with 440 watts of power; two dome tweeters installed in the front pillars; two 165 mm midwoofers in the front doors; two full-range 165 mm speakers in the rear side panels; and one 200 mm subwoofer in the spare wheel compartment in the centre of the luggage compartment.
With the TFT screen for the speedometer and driving instruments, the car's dashboard delivers a fully-digital driving experience that nevertheless retains the classic 500 instrument layout, complete with circular cluster and round buttons.