1996 Fiat Cinquecento Sporting review from UK and Ireland
"Looks girly but shows a masculine attitude to its driver!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The pipe behind the cat separated and had to be replaced and my front left tyre keeps running low.
There is a plethora of creaks from my dash... but as the Italians would say it gives the car character!!
I fitted a lovely Magnex end box which is too heavy for the back hanger and needs plastic ties to persuade it to stay horizontal with the rear valance.
General comments?
Very capable on a twisty road and will give the driver confidence. I feel I know exactly where its limits are.
It is useless torque wise when my mates are in the car and broom yellow has my heart broken for tar remover.
The engine loves revs and on a dry road she will hang on a lot longer than others (Fiestas) despite bodyroll. Pull in fifth is surprising!!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.1 Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 30000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 45400 miles |
| Date of Entry | 29th December, 2000 |