Autobianchi Giardiniera

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Autobianchi Giardiniera
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Overview
Manufacturer Autobianchi
Also calledAutobianchi Bianchina Giardiniera [1]
Production1968–1977
AssemblyItaly: Milan
Designer Dante Giacosa
Body and chassis
Class Supermini
Body style station wagon
van
Layout RR layout
Doors Suicide
Related Fiat 500 Giardiniera
Powertrain
Engine 499 cc ohv Straight-2 17.5 hp
Dimensions
Length3,190 mm (126 in)
Width1,330 mm (52 in)
Height1,340 mm (53 in)
Curb weight 560 kg (1,230 lb)
Chronology
Predecessor Autobianchi Bianchina Panoramica & Furgoncino
Fiat 500 Giardiniera
Successor Autobianchi "Nuova A112"

The Autobianchi Giardiniera is a supermini produced by the Italian automaker Autobianchi, based on the Fiat 500 Giardiniera. The Fiat version was offered since 1960, and was available in various configurations: station wagon and van. The Autobianchi Giardiniera was produced from 1968 to 1977, effectively replacing the Fiat counterpart.

It was also marketed as the Autobianchi Bianchina Giardiniera. [1] [2] The overall layout was very similar to the earlier Panoramica but the Giardiniera was more utilitarian oriented and ideally suited for light commerce. [3] It also retained the same exterior design from Fiat with only a badge change, and still featured the suicide doors.

Production

ModelYears producedPower (bhp)Capacity (cc)Production
Giardiniera wagon1968–197717.5499
Giardiniera Furgoncino van1968–197717.5499
Giardiniera rear view 1974 Autobianchi 500 Giardiniera (12935946113).jpg
Giardiniera rear view

References

  1. 1 2 Bianchina - Giardiniera, www.autobianchi.org Retrieved on 30 July 2014
  2. "FIAT 500 Giardiniera". nuova500.free.fr (in Italian). Retrieved 18 September 2019.
  3. "March 1968 Quattroruote advertisement". nuova500.free.fr (in Italian). Retrieved 18 September 2019.