Fiat: Ahead of Its Time

A History of Style

The Fiat brand has always been ahead of its time. From its iconic logo to its first city car, Fiat has pioneered timeless design since 1899. This pioneering spirit has allowed Fiat to remain at the forefront of innovation, creating vehicles and features that help people get around their cities with style and ease. 

Classic City Cars 

To better understand Fiat’s exquisite taste, let’s look at the classic Fiat 500, the original city car. The Fiat 500, also known as the “Topolino”, was a small, two-door, four-seater car created by Fiat in 1957. It was designed to be the perfect car for city driving, with its compact size, and lightweight, economical engine. It was produced at Fiat’s Mirafiori plant and was an instant success, with over four million vehicles sold in its first run. 

The 500 was known for its stylish design, which featured a round shape and a curved grille. The car was available in a variety of colors and had a number of optional features, such as a folding roof and an external spare wheel. The 500 was a popular choice for its reliability and fuel efficiency, as well as its modern, elegant design. It has become an iconic symbol of Italian style and elegance and is still popular today.

Fast forward to the sleek 500x model, and you’ll find a vehicle that continues to reflect the Italian Cinquecento. While the 500x is full of culture, it also includes modern technology like Wireless Connectivity and 75 standard safety features including Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking.

Classic Race Cars

Fiat has always been dedicated to offering stylish vehicles without compromising on performance. In 1971, the company joined forces with Italian race car maker Abarth to create high-speed cars such as the 124 Spider Abarth and the Abarth 750 Bertone. These vehicles featured powerful engines that pushed them to impressive speeds and allowed them to handle the toughest roads with ease. 

Fiat and Abarth’s partnership also produced cars that featured cutting-edge design and technology, making them stand out from the competition. Fiat and Abarth have continued to produce vehicles that are both stylish and powerful, making them a favorite among drivers looking for an exciting ride

As you can see, Fiat has paved the way for vehicles with high-performance and head-turning beauty. Fiat of Kirkland would love to match you with a Fiat 500. Shop our new and pre-owned Fiat 500s today.