Abarth 595 not for the faint of heart

Take one Fiat 500, add a crazy turbocharged engine, spicy bodykit and wait for the fireworks,says Matt Joy

WHAT’S NEW?

Fiat’s evergreen 500 has been turned into a fire-breathing hot hatch before by legendary firm Abarth, but the latest version is now a permanent addition to the range. Available in semi-sensible Turismo or the 100% barmy Competitzione guise tested here, the Abarth 595 is not for the faint of heart.