Fiat 110 (1957–1975)

The Fiat 500 Nuova is one of the most iconic small cars ever produced. Launched in 1957 to motorise post-war Italy, the 500 used an air-cooled rear-mounted twin-cylinder engine of just 479cc, later increased to 499cc and 594cc. The minimalist design by Dante Giacosa has aged beautifully and the 500 remains one of the most recognisable cars in the world. The Fiat 500 is available as a saloon with a roll-back canvas roof, the F-series convertible, the Giardiniera estate and the Abarth-tuned variants. Mechanics are simple and the cars respond well to careful maintenance. Rust is comprehensive on surviving examples — a fully restored 500 requires attention to every panel.

Available body styles: City Car, Cabriolet. Produced from 1957 to 1975.

What to check before buying

Based on 2 reported fault cases, the most important pre-purchase checks for the 110 are:

• Fiat 500 Nuova air-cooled twin engine overheating ✅ Known fix available
• Fiat 500 Nuova body rust — comprehensive

Is the 110 reliable?

Of the 2 fault cases recorded for the Fiat 110 on MyCarFault, 50% have a verified fix. Regular maintenance, correct service intervals and addressing known weak points early significantly extends the life of these vehicles.