Fiat : 126

The Fiat 126, launched in 1972, was designed by Sergio Sartorelli as a modern replacement for the Fiat 500. It kept the rear-mounted, air-cooled twin-cylinder engine but added a stronger body, improved safety, and slightly more space.

Magazine Articles

  • CAR Magazine cover

    Scoop : The adolescent 500

    At last! Fiat's not-so-daring replacement for the ever-loved, long-lived 500

    CAR Magazine · September 1972