Description
Fiat Ritmo Abarth 130 TC | 1986
Highlights:
– Recently serviced including timing belt
– 2 litre inline-four engine
– Manual 5 speed gearbox
– Valid technical inspection certificate
The seller offers for sale a 1986 Fiat Ritmo Abarth 130 TC, a rare performance-oriented compact sedan featuring a 2 liter inline-four engine with 1995 cc displacement and a 5-speed manual transmission. This petrol-powered classic is a tribute to Fiat’s rally-influenced engineering of the 1980s and delivers power to the front wheels through a naturally aspirated setup. The Ritmo Abarth 130 TC distinguishes itself with its aggressive tuning and Abarth heritage, offering an authentic driving experience that remains engaging decades later.
A major maintenance service was recently performed, including the replacement of the timing belt. This car holds a valid technical inspection certificate.
The Fiat Ritmo was launched in the late 1970s as a modern, forward-thinking compact family car designed to replace the Fiat 128. Its distinctive rounded lines, plastic bumpers, and modular design marked a bold step for Fiat in both styling and production efficiency. The Ritmo was known as the Strada in some export markets and gained popularity for its affordability and practicality.
The Ritmo Abarth 130 TC was introduced in 1983 as the most powerful and sporty iteration of the model. It featured a DOHC 2.0-liter engine developed in collaboration with Abarth, Fiat’s performance division. With twin Weber carburetors, it produced up to 130 horsepower—hence the model name—making it one of the most potent front-wheel-drive hot hatches of its era. It competed directly with other performance compacts like the Volkswagen Golf GTI and Peugeot 205 GTI.
Abarth tuned versions were equipped with sport-tuned suspension, upgraded brakes, and revised gearing to maximize performance. The result was a compact car capable of reaching 0–100 km/h in under 8 seconds, quite impressive for its time. It found a niche among enthusiasts who appreciated its raw, mechanical driving feel and motorsport roots. The Ritmo Abarth 130 TC also participated in rally competitions, further cementing its status among performance car aficionados.
Today, surviving examples are increasingly rare, especially ones that remain largely original and free of rust or modifications. For collectors and classic driving enthusiasts alike, the Fiat Ritmo Abarth 130 TC offers a genuine slice of 1980s European performance culture—delivering character, history, and spirited driving in a compact package.
Condition of the Bodywork and Paint
4. Very Good: Small dents or scratches; may require minimal bodywork or paint correction.
Condition of the Interior
4. Very Good: Clean with minimal wear; may need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Technical Condition
4. Very Good: Mechanically solid, with possible minor maintenance required.
Overall Condition
4. Very Good Condition: Shows only minimal wear and is ready to drive at any time.
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This car is currently located in Campania region, Italy.
This car drives, brakes and shifts.
The car has an Italian registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction.
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