Abarth 695 FAQs

• What's the difference between Abarth 595 and 695?

  While the Abarth 595 is already a performance-tweaked variant, the 695 really stands in a field of its own as a series of special, limited-edition variants. To further underscore the difference, one of the best ways to consider the duo is that the 595 is still technically a production car, with Abarth producing it and sending it to Fiat dealerships. On the contrary, 695 variants come with a greater level of hand-built craftsmanship,, offering a deeper level of individual customisation. So not only will you find more power, you'll find all sorts of bespoke options and features in the 695 range.

• What is the fastest Abarth?

  While each of the Abarth vehicles offer superb off-the-line acceleration, and incredibly gutsy straight-line speed, keep your eyes at the top of the range if you are after the fastest model from the range. That's right, the highly customised and bespoke Abarth 695 is the frontrunner here. Take for example, the Abarth 695 70th Anniversario Special Edition, which has a quoted 0-100km/h time of just 6.7 seconds. The Abarth 695 has at times featured other limited-edition models, so those are prime candidates as well, but good luck getting your hands on one, they're as rare as hens teeth!

• Is Abarth made by Ferrari?

  Generally speaking, no. However, there have been several iterations of Abarth vehicles where Abarth and Ferrari engineers came together to produce special, limited-edition models. These variants have typically been badged as part of the “Tributo Ferrari” range, or the "Biposto Ferrari Edition", among others. As such, it's not quite right to say that these vehicles were made by Ferrari, and certainly not the more standard options in the Abarth line-up, although Ferrari has certainly had an influence in terms of the design, engineering and performance traits of the Abarth range from time to time.