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2016 New York International Auto Show: Fiat launches 124 Spider Elaborazione Abarth

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At the 2016 New York International Auto Show, Fiat will be unveiling the 124 Spider Elaborazione Abarth, a throwback that drove Fiat to its first European Rally Championship win in the 1970s.

European Abarth 124 Spider shown

The Fiat 124 Spider Elaborazione Abarth is essentially a renamed Abarth 124 Spider, though the latter is a European-only model. The one set to debut at New York will be exclusive for the North American market.

European Abarth 124 Spider shown

Powering the Fiat 124 Spider Elaborazione Abarth is a 1.4-litre turbocharged MultiAir four-cylinder petrol engine, that pumps out a healthy 160 horsepower that is available with a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic gearbox with paddle shift.  The Elaborazione Abarth-exclusive Sport Mode changes the calibrations of the engine, automatic transmission, electric power steering and dynamic stability control system.

European Abarth 124 Spider shown

Elsewhere, the Elaborazione Abarth features mono-tube Bilstein front and rear sport suspension, while the 17-inch alloy wheels is finished in a shade of Gun Metal. Buyers can also opt for Brembo braking system with monoblock aluminum calipers with four pistons.

European Abarth 124 Spider shown

A total of five colours are available, namely Bianco Gelato (White Clear Coat), Rosso Passione (Red Clear Coat), Nero Cinema (Jet Black Metallic), Grigio Argento (Gray Metallic) and tri-coat Bianco Perla (Crystal White Pearl).