- Fiat Fiorino
-
Fiat Fiorino 
Manufacturer Fiat Production 1977–present Predecessor Fiat 500 Commerciale Class Light commercial vehicle
Pickup truckFiorino is a model name that Italian car maker Fiat gives to the van derivatives of its small cars and also the name of an old Italian coin, normally translated into English as the Florin.[1]
Contents
First generation (1977–1988)
First generation 
Also called Fiat 147 City (Brazil)[2]
Emelba 127 Poker
SEAT FiorinoProduction 1977–1988 Assembly Betim, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Córdoba, Argentina (Sevel)
Barcelona, SpainLayout Front-engine, front-wheel drive Related Fiat 127
Fiat 147The first version of the Fiorino is based on the Series 2 Fiat 127 with the back being a van box, i.e. a 1.3 metres (4 ft 3 in) tall "high-cube" design,[1] an arrangement subsequently emulated by several European auto-makers. It was launched in early November 1977,[1] and received a facelift in 1980. The Fiorino used the same engines as Fiat 127. The first generation of Fiorino was assembled in Minas Gerais plant, Brazil and in Córdoba, Argentina. The pick-up version was called Fiat 147 City in Brazil.[2]
Spanish version
SEAT Fiorino pick up
In Spain the Fiorino was produced by SEAT and Fiat in a joint venture and called the Emelba 127 Poker[3] and was available as a panel van or pick-up. The 127 Poker was later renamed the SEAT Fiorino, which ended production in 1986 and was replaced by the SEAT Terra, which shares the same engine as the SEAT 127. The Spanish Fiorino was built in Barcelona factory.
Engines
Model Engine Displacement Power Torque Note 0.9 8V petrol I4 903 cc 45 PS (33 kW; 44 hp) 64 N·m (47 lb·ft) 1.05 8V petrol I4 1049 cc 50 PS (37 kW; 49 hp) 77 N·m (57 lb·ft) 1.3 8V diesel I4 1301 cc 45 PS (33 kW; 44 hp) 103 N·m (76 lb·ft) Second generation (1988–2007)
Second generation 
Production 1988-2000 (Europe)
1988-present (South America)
1996-2001 (China)Assembly Bologna, Italy
Minas Gerais, Brazil
Córdoba, Argentina (Sevel)
Shanghai, ChinaLayout Front-engine, front-wheel drive Related Fiat Uno
Fiat Mille
2008 Fiat Fiorino Brazilian versionIn 1984 a more modern version was published, it was based upon the Brazilian Fiat Uno. Second generation Fiorino was made also as Panorama and pick-up body styles. The new Fiorino was assembled from 1988 to 2000 in Bologna Italy for the European market (over 250.000 vehicles made). In Europe it was a great success especially as a panel van version.
In the 1992 a facelifted Fiorino debuted with a new style inspired by the Fiat Tipo[4] it received re-engineered platform, new interior and more ecological engine. The last facelift for the European market was introduced in 1997.
In 1994 a new version based on the Fiat Mille (an economy version of the old European Uno) platform deputed in South America. This version assembled in Minas Gerais plant is still on sale in Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina and Chile. The Fiorino 2nd generation was also assembled in Argentina earlier. Over 1.000.000 Fiorinos has been sold in the South America. In the 2004 a new facelift version made debut with Fiat Doblò front-style. In the 2009 Fiat introduced a new version with new red Fiat logo in the front of the car.
The Fiorino was the first vehicle that Fiat authorized to produce in China. The vehicle was introduced in 1996 and the production end in 2001 when Palio and Siena arrived.
Engines
The engines are the Fiat 1.7L 8V diesel naturally aspirated or turbocharged, the 1.2L and the 1.4L 8V Fire petrol and for the South America the Flex engine 1.0L and 1.5L 8V. In Brazil, both 1242 cc engines are currently available as flexible fuel technology, working on both gasoline and ethanol.
- 1.0L gas
- 1.2L Fire
- 1.4L petrol
- 1.5L gas (ver. spi and mpi)
- 1.7L diesel and turbodiesel
Third generation (2007-present)
Third generation 
Also called Fiat Qubo
Citroën Nemo
Peugeot BipperProduction 2007-present Assembly Bursa, Turkey Layout Front-engine, front-wheel drive Platform Fiat/GM SCSS platform Transmission 5-speed manual
6-speed manual
5-speed semi-automatic
6-speed semi-automaticWheelbase 2,513 mm (98.9 in) Length 3,864 mm (152.1 in) (Panel Van)
3,964 mm (156.1 in) (MPV version)Width 1,716 mm (67.6 in) Height 1,721 mm (67.8 in) Related Fiat Grande Punto
Fiat LineaThe Mk3 Fiat Fiorino was unveiled in Summer 2007 and went on sale in early 2008. Sharing architecture with the new Citroën Nemo and Peugeot Bipper. The new Fiorino is developed between Fiat, PSA Peugeot Citroën and Tofaş and it is based on the Fiat Grande Punto platform,[5] the wheelbase is 2,513 millimetres (98.9 in).
This project can be seen as a breakthrough in Tofaş history as it carried most of the development work. The car is assembled in Bursa factory in Turkey.[6]
Fiat launched their passenger-carrying equivalent at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2008. It is branded as the Fiat Qubo.[7]
Engines
The engines used are the PSA 1.4 8V TU3 (73 PS (54 kW; 72 hp)) Euro 4 and the Fiat 1.4 8V Fire Natural Power CNG (77 PS (57 kW; 76 hp)) Euro 5. For diesel there is also available the Fiat 1.3 16V Multijet unit with 75 PS (55 kW; 74 hp) Euro 4.[8]
Model Engine Displacement Power Torque Top speed Note 1.4 8V TU3 petrol I4 1360 cc 73 PS (54 kW; 72 hp) @5200 rpm 118 N·m (87 lb·ft) @2600 rpm 157 km/h (98 mph) 1.4 8V Fire Natural Power CNG I4 1368 cc 77 PS (57 kW; 76 hp) @6000 rpm 115 N·m (85 lb·ft) @3000 rpm 149 km/h (93 mph) 1.3 16V Multijet diesel I4 1242 cc 75 PS (55 kW; 74 hp) @4000 rpm 190 N·m (140 lb·ft) @1750 rpm 157 km/h (98 mph) Fiat Qubo
Fiat QuboA derivative of the Fiorino (a small MPV), a passenger version of Fiorino was unveiled in June 2008. This version is suitable for up to five people and can be equipped with different engines, including a 1.3 Multijet diesel (75 PS) or 1.4 litre petrol engine with 73 PS (54 kW; 72 hp). The choice of gearboxes is either a five speed manual or a six speed automatic.[9]
Production outside Italy
- Turkey: Fiat Fiorino, Peugeot Bipper and the Citroën Nemo are all being produced in Bursa plant.
- Argentina: The Fiat Fiorino, first, second and third series were constructed in the factory of Córdoba, until 2000.
- Brazil: The Fiat Fiorino is still in production in Betim, Brasil.
- Spain: Seat never built the Fiorino, but there was a Spanish made commercial 127 derived van, built by Emelba and named "Emelba 127 Poker". It was available as a panel van, passenger vehicle and pick up.
- China: The Fiorino was the first vehicle that Fiat authorized for production in China, followed in 2001 by the Palio and Siena.
Electric version
The Fiat Fiorino Cargo Electric is produced by Micro-Vett.[10]
Citroën Nemo 
Manufacturer Citroën Also called Fiat Fiorino
Peugeot BipperProduction 2007-present Assembly Bursa, Turkey (Tofaş) Class Van Body style Panel van Engine see left Transmission 5-speed manual Wheelbase 2.510 m (98.8 in) Length 3.860 m (152.0 in) Width 1.710 m (67.3 in) Height 1.720 m (67.7 in) Curb weight 1,165 kg (2,568 lb) Citroen Nemo
The Citroën Nemo is a van produced by Citroën since 2007. The platform is a joint-develop between Fiat, PSA Peugeot Citroën and Tofaş. The other platform derivatives are the Peugeot Bipper and the Fiat Fiorino.
The Citroën Nemo Multispace is a small MPV introduced in 2008 and based on the same platform.
Engines
1.4 HDI (1398cc) 4 Cyl INLINE 8v OHC (70Bhp)(09/2009-12/2010)(DIESEL)
1.4 (1360cc) 4 Cyl INLINE 8v OHC (75Bhp)(09/2009-)(PETROL)
1.3 HDI (1.2) (1248cc) 4 Cyl INLINE 16v DOHC (74Bhp) (06/2010-) (DIESEL)
Safety Problems
Safety problems were found in April 2010: Without stability control, MPV fails the elk test, where the Nemo rolled over in the testing.[11]
Sales numbers
Year Sales 2007 400 2008 25,100 2009 34,300 [12] Peugeot Bipper 
Manufacturer Peugeot Also called Fiat Fiorino
Citroën NemoProduction 2007- Class Van Body style Panel van Engine 1.4 HDi Transmission manual Wheelbase 2.510 m (98.8 in) Length 3.860 m (152.0 in) Width 1.710 m (67.3 in) Height 1.720 m (67.7 in) Kerb weight 1.165 kg (3 lb) Peugeot Bipper
Peugeot Bipper is a small delivery van sold in France by French automaker Peugeot since 2007. It shares its body and most components with the current Citroën Nemo and Fiat Fiorino.
The Citroën Nemo, Fiat Fiorino II and Peugeot Bipper were developed jointly with Tofaş following a cooperation agreement signed on 31 March 2005. The vans are manufactured on behalf of all the partners in Bursa by Tofaş.
The claim is advanced that the Bipper a "mini-cargovan" designed for big and small cities, cheaper and a little smaller than the Peugeot Partner. It is asserted that the little van is easy to park, handy for deliveries, and faster than competitor vehicles.
Notes
- ^ a b c Auto Motor und Sport Heft 23 Seite 6. Stuttgart: Vereinigte Motor-Verlag GmbH & Co KG. 1977.
- ^ a b "Fiat 147 history". Clube147.hpg.ig.com.br. http://www.clube147.hpg.ig.com.br/cronologia147.htm. Retrieved 2010-09-30.
- ^ 17:56 (2010-02-19). "Emelba 127 Poker". Debates.coches.net. http://debates.coches.net/showthread.php?t=168320. Retrieved 2010-09-30.
- ^ "Nuovo Fiorino, piu' spazio e piu' chili". Archiviostorico.corriere.it. 2009-12-24. http://archiviostorico.corriere.it/1993/luglio/10/nuovo_Fiorino_piu_spazio_piu_co_0_9307103543.shtml. Retrieved 2010-09-30.
- ^ "Nemo designer finally sees the fruit of his labours". fleetnews.co.uk. http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/FleetVan/story/?nID=47383. Retrieved 2009-06-11.
- ^ "03.10.2007 THE FIORINO IS REBORN". italiaspeed.com. http://www.italiaspeed.com/2007/cars/fiat_lcv/10/fiorino_preview/0310.html. Retrieved 2007-10-04.
- ^ "Fiat Fiorino Qubo Multi Purpose Vehicle". carscoop.blogspot.com. http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2008/06/fiat-fiorino-qubo-multi-purpose-vehicle.html. Retrieved 2010-07-01.
- ^ "Specifications" (PDF). italiaspeed.com/new_models. http://www.italiaspeed.com/new_models/2007/fiat_professional/fiorino/technical_specifications.pdf. Retrieved 2007-11-30.
- ^ "Fiat Qubo Revealed". worldcarfans.com. http://www.worldcarfans.com/9080616.009/fiat-fiorino-qubo-revealed. Retrieved 2008-09-22.
- ^ "Fiat Fiorino Cargo Electric: at the Hannover show". eurocarblog.com. http://www.eurocarblog.com/post/1197/fiat-fiorino-cargo-electric-at-the-hannover-show. Retrieved 2010-04-18.
- ^ "Citroën Nemo MPV rolls over in Which? test - April - 2010 - Which? News". Which.co.uk. 2010-04-26. http://www.which.co.uk/news/2010/04/citron-nemo-mpv-rolls-over-in-which-test-212509. Retrieved 2010-11-03.
- ^ "PSA". Psa-peugeot-citroen.com. 2010-06-30. http://www.psa-peugeot-citroen.com/en/fonctionnelle/automobiles.php. Retrieved 2010-11-03.
External links
« previous — Fiat Automobiles S.p.A. car timeline, European market, 1980s–present Type 1980s 1990s 2000s 2010s 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 City cars 126 Cinquecento Seicento / 600 500 Panda I Panda II Panda III Supermini 127 Uno Punto I Punto II Grande Punto Punto Evo Punto Small
family carRitmo Tipo Bravo / Brava Stilo Bravo II 131 Regata Tempra Marea Linea Albea Large family car 132 Argenta Croma I Croma II Coupé Coupé Roadster 124 Spider Barchetta Barchetta Sports car X1/9 Panel van/Leisure activity vehicle Fiorino I Fiorino II Fiorino III Doblò I Doblò II Mini SUV Sedici Mini MPV Idea Mid-size crossover Freemont Compact MPV Multipla Large MPV Ulysse I Ulysse II Van Daily* Scudo I Scudo II Ducato I Ducato II Ducato III Mini Pickup Strada Off-road Campagnola (1107) *Rebadged Iveco model Fiat Automobiles S.p.A. Current models: Historic models post WW2: Barchetta · Bravo/Brava · Campagnola · Cinquecento · Coupé · Croma · Daily · Dino · Duna/Prêmio · Elba · Marea · Oggi · Panda · Panorama · Regata · Ritmo/Strada · Stilo · Tempra · Tipo · Turbina · Uno · 124 · 125 · 126 · 127 · 128 · 130 · 131 · 132/Argenta · 133 · 147/Spazio · 238 · 242 · 500 · 600 · 850 · 1000 · 1100 · 1300 · 1400 · 1500 · 1800/2100 · 2300 · X1/9 ·
Historic models pre WW2: Armored vehicles: Fiat Automobiles S.p.A. Website Categories:- Fiat vehicles
- Vans
- Vehicles introduced in 2007
- Vehicles introduced in 1977
- Vehicles introduced in 1984
- Battery electric vehicles
- 1970s automobiles
- 1980s automobiles
- 1990s automobiles
- 2000s automobiles
- 2010s automobiles
- Cars of Turkey
Wikimedia Foundation. 2010.
