Abarth 1600 Spider

Vehicle Overview

The Abarth 1600 Spider Allemano is a rare jewel of 1960s automotive artistry, a fusion of high-performance engineering and handcrafted elegance. Designed by the legendary Giovanni Michelotti and unveiled at the 1959 Turin Motor Show, this striking machine embodied the golden age of Italian coachbuilding, where passion and precision went hand in hand. Built on the foundations of the Fiat 1500 Spider, the Abarth 1600 Spider Allemano elevated itself beyond the ordinary with an OSCA-derived 1500cc four-cylinder engine, expertly bored out to 1600cc. This mechanical heart was a masterpiece in itself, a high-revving, race-bred powerplant that delivered both performance and charisma. Abarth’s signature tuning ensured that every press of the throttle was met with an eager response, making this car not just a stylish cruiser but a true driver’s machine. The bodywork, designed and handbuilt by Allemano, was offered in both coupé and spider configurations. Its design was quintessentially Italian—elegant yet purposeful, with flowing lines that hinted at the car’s agility and speed. Unlike mass-produced sports cars of the era, the Abarth 1600 Spider Allemano was a limited-run, coachbuilt special, catering to discerning enthusiasts who sought exclusivity alongside performance. Every detail of the Abarth 1600 Spider Allemano spoke of a time when cars were sculpted rather than manufactured, when artisans shaped aluminum by hand and every stitch in the interior was placed with care. It was more than just a car—it was a statement, a celebration of 1960s Italian automotive craftsmanship, and a reminder of Abarth’s relentless pursuit of performance wrapped in beauty.