Fiat Road Test Book: Fiat 600 and 850 Gold Portfolio 1955-72

The Fiat 600 announced at the Geneva Show in 1955 was a four-seater within the same overall dimensions as the popular 500. The Multipla announced in 1956 replaced the earlier estates and accommodated not fewer than six people in a vehicle less than a foot longer than the basic 600. The third baby in the range was the slightly larger 850 with two delightful variants, the 850 coupe and the Bertone-styled 850 Spyder. Engine capacity and power were increased in 1969. The Multipla ceased production in 1966, the 600 in 1970 and the 850s in 1974. This is a book of contemporary road and comparison tests, specification and technical data, model introductions, driver's impressions, conversions. Models covered include: 600, Multipla, Abarth 750, Bialbero, Abarth 850, 600D, Abarth 850TC, Abarth 1000, 850, 850 Spider, 850 Coupe, 850S, Abarth 1600, IWR 850 Coupe, 850 Idroconvert, 850 Special, 850 Sport Racer, 850T Utility. 176 pages, 350 Illus. SB.