Fiat 500 "Topolino"

The Fiat 500, commonly known as "Topolino", is an Italian city car produced and manufactured by Fiat from 1936 to 1955.

Fiat 500
Overview
ManufacturerFiat
Also calledTopolino
Production1936–1955
520,000 made
Assembly
DesignerOreste Lardone, Dante Giacosa
Body and chassis
ClassCity car (A)
Body style
  • 2-door saloon
  • 2-door convertible saloon
  • 2-door van
  • 3-door estate
LayoutFront-engine, rear-wheel-drive
Related
  • Simca 5
  • Simca 6
Powertrain
Engine569 cc I4
Transmission4-speed synchromesh manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,000 mm (78.7 in)
Length3,215–3,245 mm (126.6–127.8 in) (saloon)
Width1,275–1,288 mm (50.2–50.7 in)
Height1,377 mm (54.2 in)
Kerb weight550–750 kg (1,213–1,653 lb)
Chronology
Successor

The name Topolino (pronounced [topoˈliːno]) is Italian and translates literally as "little mouse". It is also the Italian name for Mickey Mouse.

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