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(from Abarth Press
Release) The Abarth 695 “Tributo Ferrari”
The Abarth 695 “Tributo
Ferrari” makes its world debut at Frankfurt. This new performance
version of the Abarth 500 confirms the link between Abarth and
Ferrari based on shared values that include a passion for
performance, a racing soul, attention to detail and Italian style.
Abarth and Ferrari are
two great names that have contributed, with conviction and
dedication, to the legend of Italian racing that is known around the
world. The legendary men behind both marques followed very similar
careers: first drivers, then tuners and finally heads of companies
that command genuine respect in the world of motor racing. These
extraordinary men were associated in the past: in 1953, for example,
a unique Ferrari-Abarth was born, the Ferrari 166/250 MM Abarth. The
car raced in various international trophies including the legendary
Mille Miglia. The tie between the two companies has been reinforced
above all by the exhaust systems designed by Abarth specifically for
the cars built at Maranello: numerous exhaust systems have been made
for various Ferrari models, some of which have won World
Championship titles.
The two brands have
recently renewed their collaboration. The first result of this was
the supply of a limited and numbered series of Abarth 500’s to
Ferrari’s European dealers in recent months for use as “courtesy
cars”.
Now, attention turns to
the new Abarth 695 “Tributo Ferrari”, an exclusive vehicle that not
only enables Abarth to extend its range by entering into the luxury
sports car market, but also offers Ferrari customers a small but
exciting small car for all their mobility needs, including practical
urban mobility.
The new Abarth 695 “Tributo Ferrari” is distinguished by a number of
stylistic changes, but more importantly by substantial modifications
developed by Abarth and Ferrari engineers. The engine, for a start,
is a 1.4 Turbo T-Jet 16v, tuned to develop over 180 HP. This is
combined with an MTA (Manual Transmission Automated)
electromechanical gearbox with race-inspired paddle gearshift that
makes full use of the engine’s performance by reducing gearshift
times.
To improve acceleration,
the car is fitted with performance tyres on 17’’ alloy wheels
featuring a design inspired by Ferrari wheels. The suspension and
braking systems have also been strengthened to cope with the extra
power: 284 mm multi-section discs with fixed four-piston calipers,
both by Brembo, and special shock absorbers let you enjoy
performance in total safety.
And of course there is a
“Record Monza” variable back-pressure “dual mode” exhaust, designed
to improve engine performance and deliver an inspiring sound over
3,000 rpm.
On the outside, the car
is finished in Scuderia Red, with carbon fibre door mirrors and with
details like the wheels and rear air intakes in Racing Grey. This
new Abarth is equipped with Xenon headlights with dipped and main
beam functions for improved light emission and excellent efficiency
under all weather conditions. Made by Magneti Marelli Automotive
Lighting, these elements deliver three times the light intensity and
duration of standard halogen lamp headlights.
The interiors are also
personalised and demonstrate the attention to detail and the
sporting style that are common to both brands. “Abarth Corsa by
Sabelt” seats are fitted and finished in black leather with a shell
and seat base in carbon fibre. These seats offer a perfect blend of
racing characteristics – light weight (10 kg less than the standard
seat) and the ability hold the body steady against lateral and
longitudinal forces, thanks to body support elements filled with
crush-resistant foam – with the ergonomics and comfort of road
seats.
The black leather
steering wheel is characterised by red leather inserts and a
tricolour hub on which the MTA gearshift paddles are mounted, while
the instrument panel is specially made by Jaeger, and inspired by
typical Ferrari instrumentation. Attention to detail has gone into
the floor too: the foot wells are covered entirely in non-slip
aluminium and the racing pedals are personalised with the Scorpion
logo. The interior is embellished with other details too, like
special kick plates and a plate bearing the vehicle series number.
