Hot hatches exist to be fun by combining ample power, precise handling, and a relatively small footprint. But how do you prove how exciting a vehicle is to drive? For Abarth, the answer is to monitor occupants through facial recognition and monitor their heart rate with sensors.
Abarth worked with Dr Dale Esliger of Loughborough University in the UK to carry out the experiment. Participants rode the Mallory Park race track and were able to ride as passengers with a professional driver behind the wheel.
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The data showed that the most common feeling was happiness behind the wheel and as a passenger. While riding a shotgun with the pro racer, there were short bursts of fear and shock.
“Research in this area is limited, however, I suspect it will be an area of the automotive industry that will continue to be explored, as manufacturers strive to improve the driving experiences of their cars,” said said Dr. Esliger of the research.
The current Abarth lineup in Europe consists of upgraded versions of the Fiat 500. The most recent model launch is the 695 Tributo 131 Rally with a 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder developing 180 horsepower (134 kilowatts) and 184 lb- foot (250 Newtons). -meters) of torque. It can reach 62 miles per hour (100 kilometers per hour) in 6.7 seconds.
Elsewhere there is the Brazil-exclusive Pulse performance crossover. It loads the Fiat version of the model with a more aggressive body kit and red accents.
Spy photos show that an Abarth version of the 500e is currently being developed as an electric hot hatch. As early as May 2022, brand boss Olivier François said final testing was underway.
There are still not many details available on the Abarth 500e. Francois confirms that there are revised suspension settings and brakes. There is no official powertrain information yet. The model is rumored to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in around 7.0 seconds.
Hot hatches exist to be fun by combining ample power, precise handling, and a relatively small footprint. But how do you prove how exciting a vehicle is to drive? For Abarth, the answer is to monitor occupants through facial recognition and monitor their heart rate with sensors.
Abarth worked with Dr Dale Esliger of Loughborough University in the UK to carry out the experiment. Participants rode the Mallory Park race track and were able to ride as passengers with a professional driver behind the wheel.
3 Pictures
The data showed that the most common feeling was happiness behind the wheel and as a passenger. While riding a shotgun with the pro racer, there were short bursts of fear and shock.
“Research in this area is limited, however, I suspect it will be an area of the automotive industry that will continue to be explored, as manufacturers strive to improve the driving experiences of their cars,” said said Dr. Esliger of the research.
The current Abarth lineup in Europe consists of upgraded versions of the Fiat 500. The most recent model launch is the 695 Tributo 131 Rally with a 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder developing 180 horsepower (134 kilowatts) and 184 lb- foot (250 Newtons). -meters) of torque. It can reach 62 miles per hour (100 kilometers per hour) in 6.7 seconds.
Elsewhere there is the Brazil-exclusive Pulse performance crossover. It loads the Fiat version of the model with a more aggressive body kit and red accents.
Spy photos show that an Abarth version of the 500e is currently being developed as an electric hot hatch. As early as May 2022, brand boss Olivier François said final testing was underway.
There are still not many details available on the Abarth 500e. Francois confirms that there are revised suspension settings and brakes. There is no official powertrain information yet. The model is rumored to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in around 7.0 seconds.