280bhp Abarth 595 in-depth test: Can you have too much power?

[@AshrafonCars]

What a psychotic little machine. Hope you enjoyed the vid, subscribe for more. Some of the key specs of this car are in the description.

[@shahjahaAn]

Great to see a real perspective on cars that can be flawed. Usually see reviewers rave about every tin on their channel. Keep it up

[@AshrafonCars]

Thanks very much - I always aim for honesty!

[@Sa3Tv]

Abarth's honesty are alot of fun! Literally a little pocket rocket!

[@AshrafonCars]

This one certainly keeps you on your toes!

[@nathanb2100]

The Abarth is one of those cars where you know it has quite a lot of flaws, but sounds and drives absolutely crazy hehe 😃👍. Loving this and the Auto Express content :)

[@haydenthurstance299]

Michalis old car absolute gem of a car

[@dancinglizard3080]

The turbo flutter is something you can get so obsessed with 🤤 its addictive 🤤👌

[@AshrafonCars]

Oh yes - the noise and gearshift are probably the best things about it.

[@trqster]

Great reviews and great channel! You're really talented and I hope you can keep on making some new content - I'm sure you'll make it big in a couple of years - don't stop.

[@markclevedon81]

A classic case of veering too far from the standard spec? I remember the same happening to Renault 5 GT Turbos when I worked for Renault. The Standard Abarth is actually a great little car.

[@AshrafonCars]

Definitely. I'd like to try a standard one, I imagine it'd be far better. As it stands, 280bhp in a car that has its roots in the Fiat Panda isn't a great recipe!

[@markclevedon81]

@@AshrafonCars The standard Abarth is just right for British (and Welsh) roads. Great presenting and I always look forward to your reviews.

[@AshrafonCars]

@@markclevedon81 cheers Mark - very kind!

[@stevendonnetini6976]

What a mad car. Think the Biposto with 190hp and less weight then the standard car is just about the right combination.

[@AshrafonCars]

Yep, I imagine that's the sweet spot.

[@T4KFN]

keep up the good work, the clarkson in you is strong, the original top gear style, the effects, your going places I.A 🚀🚀

[@AshrafonCars]

Very kind of you man! Thanks very much.

[@sportzntouring]

Seems crazy! By the way, love the intro! One of your best! 👍

[@AshrafonCars]

Thanks man! I'm actually learning how to use a computer properly so they're getting better 🤣

[@F1YMS]

It’s mad, but puts a smile on your face lol.

[@AshrafonCars]

Haha yeah, exactly.

[@JC-jt3ug]

Thank you this video put me off the s260 turbo

[@Bontleygang]

As an owner of a striped out 250bhp abarth, I agree about all the things said handling and body. Will I say, by putting an aftermarket steering wheel you get a bit more feel through the wheel, overall a good review 👍

[@AshrafonCars]

Thanks mate. I'm sure an aftermarket wheel would help. The car definitely gets your adrenaline pumping - hope you're enjoying it.

[@JC-jt3ug]

What turbo are you running and have you recorded any times on it?

[@suhaylmotorwala4642]

Refreshing to watch an honest review! I’m sure he’ll be at EVO magazine pretty soon

[@AshrafonCars]

Very kind of you. That's the dream!

[@suhaylmotorwala4642]

@@AshrafonCars InshaAllah

[@skodasuperb7100]

Did you turn the software LSD off (which also reduces TC) to let the Quaife / suspension etc do its job properly? 😊

[@AshrafonCars]

I pressed TTC button which I presume is what you mean

[@skodasuperb7100]

@@AshrafonCars strange then as traction control very rarely interferes when that is pressed (needs to be done every time you start the car, it does not remember the setting).

[@AshrafonCars]

@@skodasuperb7100 for the in-car filming I left it on, but it was off the rest of the time for testing. As I said in the vid, it did hang on pretty well if you modulate the throttle, but I was getting a lot of slip when really chasing the throttle. But like I mentioned, it was very cold (2°C). Either way, certainly too much power for the chassis to handle - exciting though!

[@micloi2005]

@@AshrafonCars Cool :)

[@GregoryCavill]

@@AshrafonCars TTC isn’t traction control that’s the ESC cutting power. TTC uses the brakes to aid cornering

[@DanielDrives]

Fantastic video, once again! Presenting style and production is spot on. This car is bonkers. Personally, I wouldn’t like one, I think it has 100bhp too much...

[@AshrafonCars]

Cheers Dan! Very kind. Definitely agree, was very nice to get back in the Panda afterwards 😄

[@DanielDrives]

@@AshrafonCars I bet it was! Probably even more fun, especially on that road😁

[@AshrafonCars]

@@DanielDrives it was, suits that road down to the ground!

[@DanielDrives]

@@AshrafonCars I bet!

[@RastaTurban]

You need tampons 😂😂

[@robertmenghini.Lambomad]

Great video but what’s up with the dash covering, it’s all fluffy?

[@AshrafonCars]

The previous owner covered the top of the dash in felt, I presume to stop the dash from reflecting on the windscreen. Not the best look!

[@alexanderdanielsson6049]

this with a haldex system would be mint

[@abdulkam]

👏 Great video again.

[@AshrafonCars]

Thank you!

[@lloydvehicleconsulting]

Been enjoying yourself again, Mr Ashraf? I think for me, it would be almost undriveable....

[@AshrafonCars]

Aha, I think it's almost undriveable for anyone Joseph! It really wasn't designed for this much power.

[@lloydvehicleconsulting]

@@AshrafonCars , you did a heroic job, sir, I wouldn't want that sort of responsibility myself...

[@davidchristopher1752]

Is that the one from Ellani ?

[@AshrafonCars]

Yep

[@raysreviews7446]

The wheel looks so big 😂

[@AshrafonCars]

😂 it's the standard size, it just looks big because the seat is mounted so low.

[@raysreviews7446]

@@AshrafonCars oh lol

[@BrodeyDoverosx]

If you’re impressed with a car that has off the shelf coilovers you need to drive the DoverLabs Abarth.

[@scuderiaturin7071]

It sounds like £16k poorly spent. We build much more powerful 500s with good road manners.

[@jamiljafri4841]

"Technically the worst car I've ever driven" 😂

[@AshrafonCars]

😂 I still have nightmares about that torque steer.

[@pasqualecantaro8591]

Suicidio 🤣😂🤣