2014 Fiat 500 Abarth 695 Biposto Photos, engines & full specs

In 2014, at Geneva Motor Show, Fiat unveiled a track-focused, race-breed small hatchback: the 695 Abarth Biposto, a hot-hatch developed for those who were not afraid to race on weekends but on a lower budget.

Unveiled half a century after the original Abarth 595 and in the same location, the new model came with bolt-on upgrades for the small-sized Fiat 500. But the result exceeded everyone's expectations. Moreover, while other automakers tried to impress with compact-sized hot hatches, Fiat did that successfully with a smaller vehicle.

Abarth was already known for its packages available to upgrade the tiny 500, but this version was something else. The exterior featured carbon fiber bumpers and a rear wing. The 18" OZ wheels were different than the standard ones fitted on the regular 500, allowing bystanders to admire the replacement Brembo brake kits. In addition, thanks to the improved suspension, the ground clearance was lowered to emphasize the car's sporty look. Last but not least, the Akrapovich dual exhaust peaked in the back, flanking the diffuser.

Inside, customers could opt for carbon-fiber seats, trims, and a titanium roll-cage. The rear seats were deleted, hence the Biposto (two-seat) designation. There were also options for an improved LCD-based speedometer and data-log tracker for those looking to race this little hot hatch.

But the most essential upgrade was found under the hood, where Abarth engineers managed to squeeze 190 PS (189 hp) from the 1.4-liter turbocharged engine.