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Fiat 124 Sport Spider

1966 — Italy

Muscle Era (1960-1974)ItalianPeople's CarsSwinging Sixties
Engine1,438 cc
DrivetrainRWD

Fiat 124 Sport Spider

The 124 Sport Spider combined Pininfarina's timeless styling with Fiat's reliable twin-cam engine technology in an affordable sports car package. The classic front-engine, rear-drive layout with independent rear suspension delivered engaging handling and open-air enjoyment. Over nearly two decades of production, the Spider evolved through various engine sizes up to 2.0 liters while maintaining its essential character. Particularly successful in the American market where it was sold through the 1980s, the 124 Spider proved that Italian style and engineering could achieve commercial success and long-term reliability.