The Abarth Grande Punto is a high-performance version of the Fiat Grande Punto, produced by the Italian car manufacturer Abarth. The history of this car dates back to the 2000s.
In 2007, Abarth launched the Grande Punto Abarth, a sports car based on the Fiat Grande Punto. This car has caught the attention of sports car enthusiasts thanks to its eye-catching design and exhilarating performance.
The Grande Punto Abarth was available in several versions, with high-performance turbo petrol engines. One of the best known models was the Grande Punto Abarth SS (Special Series) which was equipped with a 1 engine. 4-liter turbocharged engine that produced up to 180 horsepower, making it one of the most powerful compact cars on the market.
The Grande Punto Abarth also featured a number of improvements to the suspension, chassis and braking system to ensure precise and enjoyable sporting driving. Furthermore, the car's aesthetics were characterized by distinctive alloy wheels, sporty bumpers, rear air extractor and other details that made it stand out in the crowd of compact cars.
In 2009, Abarth introduced a further enhanced version called the Grande Punto Abarth Esseesse. This variant had an engine boosted to 1. 4 liter turbo that produced up to 180 horsepower. It was equipped with an upgrade kit that included a sports exhaust system, sports suspension, 17-inch alloy wheels and distinctive interior trim.
The Grande Punto Abarth enjoyed some success thanks to its exciting performance and sporty appearance, although production was limited compared to other more popular car models. Over the years, Abarth has continued to develop sports models based on other Fiat cars, but the Grande Punto Abarth remains an icon in the history of the company and of compact sports car enthusiasts.
Models
Abarth is an Italian automotive brand known for producing high-performance sports cars, often based on Fiat models.
Abarth 500: The Abarth 500 is an enhanced version of the Fiat 500. It is available in several variants, including the Abarth 500, the Abarth 595 and the Abarth 695, each with increasing levels of power and performance. These small sports cars are prized for their agility and iconic style.
Abarth 124 Spider: Based on the Fiat 124 Spider, the Abarth 124 Spider is a sports roadster with a powerful engine and a sporty chassis. It offers a fun and engaging ride with a stylish design.
Abarth Punto: The Abarth Punto was a high-performance version of the Fiat Punto, with a turbo engine and sporty tuning. However, as of 2021, this car may no longer be in production.
Abarth 695 Biposto: This is an extreme version of the Abarth 500, designed for track driving enthusiasts. It features a high-power turbo engine and offers a two-seat configuration with an internal roll cage.
Abarth 595 Competizione: This is a sports variant of the Abarth 595, with improved performance, sports suspension and a number of improvements for lovers of high-performance cars.