The order books' for the hardcore Fiat Abarth 695 biposto have opened ahead of the Australian debut of the Italian marque'€™s fastest-ever model.
Starting at $65,000, the two-seat 997-kilogram' Fiat Abarth 695 biposto '€" first unveiled at the 2014 Geneva motor show back in March '€" is effectively a road-going version of the 151kW/300Nm Abarth 695 Assetto Corse race car that finished 18th overall at this year'€™s Bathurst 12 Hour.
Teaming a 141kW/250Nm turbocharged 1.4-litre four-cylinder with a self-locking differential and an H-pattern gearbox with dog rings '€" allowing for clutchless up shifts '€" the sprightly front driver claims a 5.9-second 0-100km/h and a 230km/h top speed.
Despite having 9kW more power than the $45,000 flagship Abarth 595 50th Anniversary edition, the 695 biposto’s 6.5L/100km claimed fuel consumption figure matches that of its identically-engined sibling.
Fitted with an aluminium bonnet, exterior carbon inserts and an aggressive looking Zender bodykit that includes pumped guards and a rear spoiler, the 695 biposto is more than just aesthetically tough.
A front-mounted intercooler, dual-stage Akrapovic exhaust system, adjustable shock absorbers and a Brembo brake package featuring 305mm cross-drilled and ventilated front discs and four-piston calipers join lightened 18-inch OZ rims and a Poggipolini titanium rear roll bar.
Pushing the point even further are fixed front windows with polycarbonate sliding panels and a data logger.
Inside, carbon-shelled Abarth Corsa seats join aluminium brake, clutch and accelerator pedals, titanium-coloured leather and Alcantara.
Three customisation kits are also optionally available and comprise an Exterior Kit, Carbon Kit and Racing Kit, adding various extras into the mix.
Given its harder, race-inspired edge, the Abarth 695 biposto is tipped to be a reasonably rare sight on local roads €" Fiat Chrysler Australia has not announced any maximum number for orders €" though at least 10 cars are due to be used for dealer and media purposes.
Intended, in part, as a celebratory model, the Fiat Abarth 695 biposto can trace its lineage back 50 years to the first Abarth 695 that debuted at the 1964 Geneva motor show. Highlighted by a 22kW 699.5cc engine, the original 695 claimed a 130km/h top speed and a 5.2sec 60-80km/h time.
Starting at $65,000, the two-seat 997-kilogram' Fiat Abarth 695 biposto '€" first unveiled at the 2014 Geneva motor show back in March '€" is effectively a road-going version of the 151kW/300Nm Abarth 695 Assetto Corse race car that finished 18th overall at this year'€™s Bathurst 12 Hour.
Teaming a 141kW/250Nm turbocharged 1.4-litre four-cylinder with a self-locking differential and an H-pattern gearbox with dog rings '€" allowing for clutchless up shifts '€" the sprightly front driver claims a 5.9-second 0-100km/h and a 230km/h top speed.
Despite having 9kW more power than the $45,000 flagship Abarth 595 50th Anniversary edition, the 695 biposto’s 6.5L/100km claimed fuel consumption figure matches that of its identically-engined sibling.
Fitted with an aluminium bonnet, exterior carbon inserts and an aggressive looking Zender bodykit that includes pumped guards and a rear spoiler, the 695 biposto is more than just aesthetically tough.
A front-mounted intercooler, dual-stage Akrapovic exhaust system, adjustable shock absorbers and a Brembo brake package featuring 305mm cross-drilled and ventilated front discs and four-piston calipers join lightened 18-inch OZ rims and a Poggipolini titanium rear roll bar.
Pushing the point even further are fixed front windows with polycarbonate sliding panels and a data logger.
Inside, carbon-shelled Abarth Corsa seats join aluminium brake, clutch and accelerator pedals, titanium-coloured leather and Alcantara.
Three customisation kits are also optionally available and comprise an Exterior Kit, Carbon Kit and Racing Kit, adding various extras into the mix.
Given its harder, race-inspired edge, the Abarth 695 biposto is tipped to be a reasonably rare sight on local roads €" Fiat Chrysler Australia has not announced any maximum number for orders €" though at least 10 cars are due to be used for dealer and media purposes.
Intended, in part, as a celebratory model, the Fiat Abarth 695 biposto can trace its lineage back 50 years to the first Abarth 695 that debuted at the 1964 Geneva motor show. Highlighted by a 22kW 699.5cc engine, the original 695 claimed a 130km/h top speed and a 5.2sec 60-80km/h time.
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