{"id":34898,"date":"2024-10-28T21:44:21","date_gmt":"2024-10-28T20:44:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.italpassion.fr\/?p=34898"},"modified":"2024-10-28T21:52:15","modified_gmt":"2024-10-28T20:52:15","slug":"new-abarth-600e-a-simple-copy-of-lalfa-romeo-junior","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.italpassion.fr\/en\/abarth\/nouvelle-abarth-600e-une-simple-copie-de-lalfa-romeo-junior\/","title":{"rendered":"New Abarth 600e: just a copy of the Alfa Romeo Junior?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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About ten months after its initial teasing<\/a>, Abarth has finally revealed the full specifications of its new 600e.<\/strong> This supercharged 100 % electric city car is positioned like a sporty version of the Fiat 600e<\/strong>280 hp and a 0 to 100 km\/h time of just 5.85 seconds. However, this Abarth 600e looks strangely familiar to enthusiasts of the cloverleaf brand: it shares (too) many similarities with the new Alfa Romeo Junior<\/strong>which raises a legitimate question: is the 600e simply a copy<\/strong> while thewe were told they would be different<\/a> ?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Virtually identical technical specifications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At first glance, the specifications of the two models seem almost interchangeable. The eCMP platform, common to both vehicles, is equipped with the same eMotors M4+ electric motor delivering 280 hp and identical torque of 345 Nm<\/strong>. Both also share the Torsen mechanical limited-slip differential designed by Japanese manufacturer JTEKT, a benchmark for handling and performance in tight bends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Performance figures are also in line: 0 to 100 km\/h in 5.85 seconds<\/strong> for the Abarth, exactly like the Alfa Romeo Junior <\/strong>in its most powerful version. Michelin Pilot Sport EV tires and Sabelt seats once again confirm the similarities. Of course, both models are manufactured at the same plant in Tychy, Poland. WLTP range is also 332 km for both 280 hp models.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A difference in power and braking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

However, two main elements distinguish these cars: the braking system and the power versions available. The Abarth 600e opts for an Alcon braking system<\/strong>a well-known name in the world of motorsports, while the Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with Brembo brakes.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In terms of engines, the Alfa Romeo Junior is available in two versions: 156 hp and 280 hp. The Abarth 600e, on the other hand, offers a unique 240 hp for the Turismo version<\/strong> and 280 hp for the Scorpionissima version<\/strong>. So, for performance levels below 200 hp, Alfa Romeo retains a certain advantage in terms of variety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A similar sporting DNA, but with nuances<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

From a dynamic point of view, both models offer advanced driving systems. The Alfa Romeo DNA,<\/strong> which lets you choose between different driving modes (Dynamic, Natural and Advanced Efficiency), finds its equivalent at Abarth with Turismo, Street and Track modes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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However, the Abarth 600e stands out for a detail that could appeal to lovers of auditory sensations: a artificial sound generator <\/strong>which imitates the sound of an internal combustion engine (already available as an option for the Abarth 500e), an option not available from Alfa Romeo. A final subtlety: the Abarth 600e is said to have been \"tuned\" by Stellantis Motorsport against Alfa Romeo's Junior teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A question of price positioning?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Finally, the question of price remains one of the major unknowns that could settle the debate<\/strong> between these two models. The Alfa Romeo Junior, in its 280 hp version, starts at \u20ac46,900. As for the Abarth 600e, although its price has not yet been officially announced, one could imagine a similar price, and ideally slightly lower. For comparison, the Fiat 600 Red (156 hp) starts at \u20ac35,900, and the La Prima version at \u20ac40,900.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Based on this data, the two models are likely to overlap in terms of pricing, <\/strong>which could influence potential buyers. However, according to our information, the 156 hp version accounts for the majority of Alfa Romeo Junior sales, so the niche of the Abarth 600e could remain relatively small.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UPDATE: here are the prices for the Abarth 600e :<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Abarth 600e Turismo 240 hp: \u20ac44,900<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Abarth 600e Scorpinissimo 280 bhp: \u20ac48,900<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    The Abarth 600 is therefore positioned around the \u20ac46,900 price tag of the Alfa Romeo Junior 280 bhp...<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Abarth 600e: just a copy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The new Abarth 600e might appear to be a simple offshoot of the Alfa Romeo Junior.<\/strong>. In the end, with the striking technical similarities between these two vehicles, the battle between these two models will be played out as much on price as on personal preferences in terms of styling and brand image. Finally, is this one copy too many?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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