Vehicle model
Abarth 124 Spider
The Abarth 124 Spider is a small rear-wheel-drive sports roadster produced from 2016 to 2019 (through the 2020 model year in North America). A muscled-up, tuned version of the Fiat 124 Spider, it is based on the fourth-generation Mazda MX-5 and was assembled by Mazda in Hiroshima. It stands out with distinctive styling, a sport exhaust, revised chassis tuning, and a limited-slip differential. Aimed at open-top driving enthusiasts looking for Italian character, it was withdrawn from the North American market after 2020. Today it is a sought-after niche model. Tire/wheel note: a sports roadster on roughly 17-inch wheels with low-profile tires; in Quebec, dedicated winter tires are essential for a lightweight rear-wheel-drive car, and many owners store it over the winter.
History
History of the Abarth 124 Spider
The Abarth 124 Spider is a small rear-wheel-drive sports roadster produced from 2016 to 2019 (through the 2020 model year in North America). A muscled-up, tuned version of the Fiat 124 Spider, it is based on the fourth-generation Mazda MX-5 and was assembled by Mazda in Hiroshima. It stands out with distinctive styling, a sport exhaust, revised chassis tuning, and a limited-slip differential. Aimed at open-top driving enthusiasts looking for Italian character, it was withdrawn from the North American market after 2020. Today it is a sought-after niche model. Tire/wheel note: a sports roadster on roughly 17-inch wheels with low-profile tires; in Quebec, dedicated winter tires are essential for a lightweight rear-wheel-drive car, and many owners store it over the winter.
Technology
Technologies, engines and platforms
Rear-wheel drive powered by the 1.4 MultiAir turbocharged gasoline four-cylinder producing about 168-170 hp, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission (automatic optional). Platform shared with the Mazda MX-5, reworked chassis, sport exhaust, and limited-slip differential depending on the version.
Tires and wheels
Tire and wheel compatibility
Les modèles Abarth (595, 695, 124 Spider) sont de petites sportives chaussées en pneus à profil bas montés généralement sur des jantes de 16 à 17 pouces, avec des montes courantes autour de 205/40 R17 sur les 595/695. L'entraxe (bolt pattern) suit généralement le standard Fiat 500 (4 trous, type 4x98) pour les 595/695, et celui de la base Mazda MX-5 pour la 124 Spider; vérifiez toujours la fiche exacte du véhicule. Au Québec, des pneus d'hiver dédiés sont essentiels vu la motricité limitée d'une petite propulsion ou traction sportive sur chaussée enneigée; un second train hiver en diamètre adapté améliore sécurité et tenue. Confirmez dimensions, indice de charge et déport avant tout achat.
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