Brutally Honest Review: Fiat 500 Abarth
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So we have another installment to the Brutally Honest Reviews.. and ive been so intrigued to see what these cars are like! But the 'specs' and the 'numbers' put me off driving one because i thought they would be underwhelming and boring..
god was i wrong. 
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"You have to go round the back, and even then you can only get two fingers on it"
WHEYYYYY!!
whayeyyy
Mr Dayum Fine that joke just opened the bad mind of me 😂😂😂😂
I can get 4 in my megane 250😅
He did say it's how he like his woman
Like a british and northern Doug Demuro
George Green This is... *Quirks end features ©
He did copy a lot of the complaints at the start from him
its basically a modern day Renault 5 gt turbo
It's rapid because of the power to weight ratio Lee. No such thing as a girly car lol true car guys drive anything. Keep it up Lee keeping it true 💯
Your first person to mention power to weight ratio ... If you know then you know 👍
Kevin Cousins yeah lol small cars with say 900kg weight will fly with say 100bhp but a car as heavy as 2000 kg and 100 bhp will feel heavy and sluggish. Its just like having a underpowered engine lol
Exactly. Especially when a fat bastard gets in the car
Luke Taylor lol its going to take more fuel ⛽ aswell
ya we do
the turbo gauge lights up when the sport button is pressed fwiw
I actually saw one of these driving through town today and I must admit..it actually sounded bloody amazing on acceleration and gear change..as girly and stuff that it's known to be, it does sound good!!
very cool cars
Ahahaha oreet Josh lad, didn’t expect to see you here
Yes Josh
Didn’t know josh would watch these videos 💪
I was looking at one of these today, a little pocket rocket. Another top vid mate, love these reviews
Save your money and get a Corsa VXR/Renaultsport Clio with a shit ton more power than one of these washing machines.
@@RobMarx23 corsa vxr 100%
@@aw8824 I'd agree tbh, I had an 07 red Corsa VXR and it was a rocket. Clio's are good too however I feel they lack torgue due to them being Naturally Aspirated and it's really noticeable.
Loved the review I own one and feel exactly the same, but a fact that may surprise you is alot of people in the Abarth community are now easily achieving 250bhp
"Bloody trigger finger" had me rolling 🤣
Great review lee, looks like a fun little car.
Looking forward to your next review.
The reason why most small cars since the Clio 172 sit high is for safety. Side impacts, the manufacturers know we all want a low seating position.
This video was really informative and helpful- thank you! Im researching first cars for myself and was interested in Abarths and this video was great :) Subscribed!
Like these but I had a Citroen c2 vts with a small Turbo on it with 180 whp and the thing ripped
Another cracking vid. Keep up the good work bud 👍🏻
By looking through your camera view it feels like your driving it like Mr bean did when he drove his mini on his roof with rope to steer it its proper to high these reviews are really handy liaddd good vid by the way keep them coming lad
really enjoyed the vid matey my neighbour has a blurple abarth 500 and it wakes me up every morning!! x
Love your vids dude awesome energy great roll model definitely deserves a like👌
So rite. My girlfriend has one and I love driving it. 135 bhp compared to my 300in a fiesta but the whole feel of the car is just so fun. And being so high up u feel like Ur going 100mph all the time and that's just fun imo 😁 good review
160 compared to 197*
“CANT GET YA HAND IN THERE “😂😂😂
Great review and summed it up nicely at the end there!
Apparently they designed it to sit higher so you feel like you’re in a bigger car than you are. I just bought the Turismo version (mines a 595) which sits lower than the sabelt seats, still way too high though. Bloody love the thing though, such a special little car
Had two of these ! Love them 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 done a few hot hatch reviews on my channel this one is missing !!! I need to buy one ASAP 👊🏽👊🏽
Sick video lee, I reckon you'd love to review a mini jcw, absolute pocket rockets!
I test drove a 2017 for fun while I was purchasing my Challenger T/A and the seat lowered making it not seem like you were sitting up so high... does the seat not lower in 2017 and under models?
Great review! Thinking of getting one myself, I drove a base level 500 and I loved it.
Thanks for the Great Review!! Def gonna check it out now, wasn't sure if it was worth a test drive!
My first car was an Abarth and I've missed it ever since replacing it! Great review, can't agree more with radio buttons tho!
Completely agree I went from a Corsa VXR that loved every time I drove to a Audi A5 which on paper beats it in every way but is so God damn boring, I never go on drives just for fun in it cause its not what its about :/ Small hot hatches are the best
I heard it all..."so it's fiat 500?" "why you drive girlie car?" "why didn't you get fiesta ST at least?"... You know what? Abarth 595 (the cheapest one, only 145 bhp), 1 test drive and I was gone. Felt in love. And the top of the things is this is the most social car ever. Abarth owners wave to each other, so easy going people. I don't like driving super fast but I like to have a bit of horses when I need them, good sounding funny car.
Finally a decent honest review on one of these cars from a youtuber! 👍🏻🤘🏻 they are the best fun and they hold value brilliantly.
im confused because when you opened your door it said 135hp and not 160 or does the turbo add extra house power on to the 135hp?
You get different spec’s of the fiat/ abarth so you get 1.4 t-jet which is 135bhp, t-jet 140bhp, t-jet 160bhp and the competizion 160bhp, 595 tributo Ferrari 180bhp, 595 assetto corse 190bhp, biposto t-jet 190bhp all them are 2007-2015! 2015 onwards range between 135bhp-190bhp depending on the spec for the fiat/ abarth 500/595/695
Lee Lockwood
The lever is hidden you have to push it and it pops out. To raise the driver's seat height or pump the lever downward to lower the seat height. There is also a little lever that is in the boot next to the spare wheel that you connect in and wine it down like a little bit like a jack
Good honest review mate, some of the things such as seat height depend on the individual such as myself, im only 5ft 9" and the seat height is perfect. But it comes down to the way the cars engineered to make you feel like you're in a nimble go kart when your foot is planted or in a passive hatch when heading to the local shops off sport mode. The track Abarth i have is pushing just past 300bhp, the 1.4 TJet motors can produce up to 260bhp reliably with a upgraded turbo and other necessary modifications (stock block still). When you're up past the 250bhp mark... they actually become a very quick car, 300+ is a whole other level!
they fit twin scroll turbos to them ? around 250 nm of torque in just over 1000kg of weight 160 per ton int bad
These are boss little cars have you seen stef abtv’s one with 250 hp?
Love the review mate, just got one the other day first sports car. Just a note on the turbo gauge, my needle lights up !
Hmmm must be fault!
itsLeeLockwood try & get your hands on a 595 comp, they’re newer & 180 bhp have a feeling you’ll like it ;)
Most northern review ever!! Thought you was gonna test the boot space by putting a whippet in there😂😂
James 89 staffy*
Lee people are getting them mixed up with the lest drugged pump version which is fiat and that what Abarth does just put steroids into a 500 hopefully they will expand their collection in the future Xx
Good video👍🏻 they do have fiat emblems on the side windows😉
Couldn’t agree more about the HP thing you said, more power doesn’t always mean better, if you can get a good chassis and a nice tight body, 100 BHP would do round some bendy roads if it handles well
It is Torque that gives people the "feel" of speed but it's not usually the be all and end all of performance. I have had 3 well tuned NA cars and tbh I have found them more fun than some of the turbo cars which had way more torque. I have found the biggest factor is the power to weight. Hence why bikes are so much fun.
Anyway nice shorts they really made you match the car hahaha
4D plate coming soon?? 🔥👏 On point intro also haha!
haha man watches his insta stories
Got my theory test soon, have you got any tips and tricks lee???
Bought one of these brand new in 2011, esseesse model, had a TMC tuning box fitted was around 180bhp, im 6ft and fitted in no problem even with the skydome roof fitted. One of the only cars ive had I miss all the time. Great wee cars.
My Dad in his '04 WRX could only just keep up with my Uncle's 595 Abarth Trofeo
Sam Pagett in fairness Wrx’s arnt THAT fast standard.
buck3366 Nah they're not, especially compared to a brand new Abarth... Doesn't help that WRX's are strongest in 1st, 2nd and 3rd gear, and that we were on a dual carriageway in 4th and 5th 🤔
Power to weight ratio
Any chance of you reviewing a whippet whilst wearing a Stetson or perhaps a lurcher ?
I've had a couple of twin air 500 S as courtesy cars. Loads of fun, something with a lot more grunt must be a right laugh. Still look fresh, some fantastic sounding exhausts on them too
You've almost sold it to me. I can't be high enough with my seat haha
Another class no bullshit video, by someone who knows what they’re on about and doesn’t have to say “B road basher” 70000 times to sound like they know what they’re chatting. Love ya lee lad
I went to the NEC arena in 2016 and I had a go in the Abarth 500, was only for 10 minuets bur WOW what fun it was. The footwell was a bit small so kept standing all over myself but you’d get used to that. Great review tho Lee👍
Quality review Lee 👍
Great video Lee I really like these sort of reviews spot on. My wife has a fiat 500 had it 5 years now and it's been perfect only needed tyres and brakes. I tried to get her in the earth but she didn't like the abarth badges of all things and thinks it is to fast for her. I think they are one info the best sounding hot hatches to. Well pointed out about people buying cars to please other people to. There's to many young lads going out and getting expensive bmw or Audi with no character. My bro is always like you should buy this bmw or Merc and it's just not me. Keep up the good work.
Kris Nicholson I'm sure it is. But I should of been more specific. My brother for example 21 and has bought a Audi a3 bog standard sport and with his finance and insurance is paying close to £500 a month. And all he says is yea but it's a Audi I look at it and just think it's boring. I would rather buy a car cash and make it something great
Kris Nicholson I tried talking sense into him but he just wanted the Audi badge. I agree the rs3, rs4 , and rs6 are all great cars I love the sound of the rs3 and one of my dream cars to own is the old rs4 the v8 one but they are very much point and squirt and not much involved you get to silly speeds very quick and easy. I drove my mates s3 and found it very flat to drive great off the line but not much fun. We all like different things I just think you can have as much fun in abarth 500 as Lee mentioned without having to spend loads on a car just to say you own that sort of car.
oreeet laaaad. my son is thinking of buying either one of these or a mito cloverleaf as his first car. thanks for the review it helped!!!
crimsicks btw there’s two good recommendations for your son the 595 comptenizone something like that and the more powerful version the 695 so pretty much check abarth’s website and see which one he would like
The Mini Cooper S is a good shout as well.
He will need deep pockets tho to have one of those 3 as a starter car. Insurance companies will have a field trip with him.
Mr Dayum Fine true I mean even though the coupe version is ugly I think it still pulls
haha yes £3500 for the mito and abarth. thats if i pay in one go for him and he pays me back monthly.
How the hell can he insure it for a first car??
Good review pal. 160bhp in a car that weight is like 320bhp in a car that weighs double the fiat ie Scooby ECT. Power to weight ratio.
How many fuel it consumes? l/100km?
Nice video lee pal x
You should review a Fiat punto gt , you’d love it , got one myself these pocket rockets are smiles for miles , nice vid
I had one of these but that's the best review ever you Mank 🤘
Car suits you Lee perfect for you and the lady. 2 seater life ☺
Good review, love mine reminds me of a Reno 5 gt turbo(light and fast).
Does this Abarth have an Exhaust? or a Sports Exhaust from Factory?
Jeremy Fuchs yes
I really like this car, the only thing that puts me off is the high driving position. Especially coming from an MX-5. I wonder if it's possible to remove the seat rails and bolt them to the floor...
Great review, Lee.
I have had mine for two years and never noticed the recirculate control icon was a 500, heh. I have a 2015 which is newer than the one in the video, but I agree with most of the points presented here. I know it is very stable, but the high seating position does make me somewhat timid in turns. After two years I still smile every time I drive it, and the exhaust sound never gets old. And if someone thinks it's 'girly', so be it.
If you drive the newer series three or four models there is a digital interface which changes upon pressing the sport button
I used to hate on these kind of "cutesy" cars. Until I picked up my girlfriend's Mini One from the garage one day and drove it back for her. The steering feel and response was epic.... So I brought a Mini Cooper S (Supercharged) the following week. Fitted an airtec intercooler (£400) and a simple 17% Pulley (£100) and I was able to outpace my friends Honda S2000, and I could carry a lot more speed through the corners. The smaller cars just have something about them. Was one of the most fun cars I have owned, and I have had my fair share of 200bhp+ turbo imports....
Mr Dayum Fine The MINI handles way better than the Abarth
JayEmm on Cars The Mini handles better than every car I have driven. The only car that comes anywhere near the handling of the Mini is my current car oddly and that's a good 1400kg. If you haven't driven a Legacy GT-B (Bilstein edition)
For such a huge car, I was absolutely shocked at how good it is in the corners. Would love to see your take on one for the channel if you ever come across one. It almost feels like driving a large Impreza, but with less body roll, a nicer ride and more of a Vtec-Esque kick at the top when the 2nd turbo comes in.
Great job on that K20 Elise video btw! (Been a subscriber for a while)
Mr Dayum Fine If I get the chance I will, currently trying to get a Stagea for the channel.
I reviewed a MINI van a while back and although it has no power it was mental in the corners. Only draw back is it was VERY stiff. But like a little terrier.
The only other cars quite like it are the Civic Type R FK8 and the Hyundai i30N
JayEmm on Cars Yeah the mini was incredibly stiff, aparently ditching the runflat tyres helps a lot but I kept mine on (not entirely sure how much difference it makes as I was young at the time, and in my mind, the stiffer the car was.. the more "race car" it felt)
I never saw a single Stagea in my life before buying the Legacy, and not 2 days after buying it, I had a guy pull up next to me in HIS 20 year old bright yellow stagea who gave me the thumbs up and we had a conversation about the Stagea, the legacy and I believe the Mitsubishi legnum Vr4? As those were the 3 cars that were all gunning for eachother at the time.
If you are ever in the West Midlands and want to compare the Legacy to the Stagea, your more than welcome to have a go in mine pal. Wouldn't mind knowing how they compare myself.
I think the seats are on the wrong side there! My adjuster is on the inner side. Did he put the bucket seats in?
Ron F standard
Not standard unless its a competizione, thats a 135 custom
I’m 60 and I want one , but do they fall apart ? Thanks
Hello sir I’m replying to you’re comment, no they don’t fall apart they build quality is fine
Thank you !!
@@mrkongsimr No problem
As people say horsepower is how fast you hit the wall, torque is how fast you take the wall with you
@itsLeeLockwood I think you should try a Clio 182, see what you think too them
why did you review a 2012 abarth in 2018? =/
because it's cheaper and I am still surprised how many cows did he use in the video. Poor cows
I had one in black, stuck a bluespark tuning box on it and a novitec stainless, the thing was epic! Funny story how I got it, my Mrs bought one and while she filled out the paperwork I thought sod it I’ll test drive one, drove it loved it bought it there and then 😂😂 I got ripped for it but it’s a epic pocket rocket, like a modern day Renault 5 gt turbo..
Dealership down the road from me has one, i've always wanted to test drive it! Seems like it drives exactly what it looks like haha.
Does that glass sunroof open?
Good little town sports car but wouldn't people rather have a mini s ?
Rev & Redline I’ll have to review one
My Audi S5 is for sale. Properly astonishing car of course, but I may very well get a 500 Abarth next. I’ve never seen anyone drive it who wasn’t grinning ear to ear!
Lmaooooooooooooo “gotta bloody trigger finger the hellout the thing” 😂
My mate had one didn't reckon much to hit part from there fast but good video dude
EP3 Review next please!
Your smile is how I felt when I got my 2002 mini. My latest mini has lost this charm. Gotta give the abarth a look. Thanks!
The seating thing is not a problem with left hand drive models
Majority of buttons in there are the same ones in my punto man, aint changed in 15 years
Good review, fair points raised 👌🏼
Gucci Hughes agree!!
I have one and my boost - gague lights up, my seats are adjustable up and down and my steeringwheel is not big at all.
Syltibob probably depends on the year.
have a drive of an Adam S mate, interested to see what you would think of one of those compared to the Abarth
Dick Head my mrs has the adam s and I have an abarth, both amazing cars and tonnes of fun, stay head to head when racing too
ReeceJamesProduction interesting 🤔
always been led to believe the Abarth's were quicker even the 140bhp ones
Might have too
Dick Head off the mark mate but the adam is pretty quick top end
ReeceJamesProduction my Adam S is stage 1 remapped so would be interesting to see how it would do
I think it has 230Nm with the 160bhp
its 20k here in switzerland, the best driver car for that money here.
competitors would be like a VP up GTI but it has less HP and is 10k more
the sardine conv top is the way to go, cargo is poor but the sound of the pipes are so much richer and the top design is like a targa with built in roll cage unlike Mini or Miata
Is the camera on top of your head like a helmet ⛑ cam. Crazy high
I saw the camera in your mirror. Answers my question.
When you press sport mode the turbo gauge usually lights up.
SIMTB yes Mine does on the dash and the turbo gauge
Currently looking for one ... had GTIs. EVOs .RENAULTSPORTS....this looks a great little run about and cheapish to run
Look good with smoked headlights bored of white ones though and nonso many other colours.
Buttons behind the steering wheel for sound control.
"The Mrs" has 500C and as a car I love it, it's got more personality in its gear knob than most German cars have in their entirety! I do get what you mean though (it's one of the reasons I don't think I'd buy one myself), I do always feel like I'm sitting on it, not in it.
Been thinking about getting one I have john cooper works
R56 jcw and then a f56 jcw should be on your list! Not alot can keep my r56 up a mountain road in that price range
Beautiful little cars and they have some speed being so lite.This car has great power to weight ratio mate 🏁🍻
My mate had a standard abarth 500, it really disappointed me how slow it was to drive, fun in corners. Never driven the ss though. Maybe it's a different beast
I had one of these, yeah it’s fun but the ride is so hard.
Please go find a Skoda Fabia Vrs mk1 that’s been remapped, THAT was a mega car, mega.
Great review mate.I kinda like the higher than normal seats but I'm 5'9". Fiat attracts many coz the name is synonymous with wealth and old money in India.