The Abarth 595 Competizione 70th is one of those rare small cars that instantly grab attention. Compact, cheeky, loaded with presence. Those 70th Anniversary touches — the side badge, special finishes, details in the mirrors and trim — all give it a sense of heritage and flair. Up front, the aggressive bumper, sporty lines, and the deep exhaust tips let you know this isn’t your everyday hatchback. The stance is just right: low, wide wheels, muscular arches — it’s ready to pounce. Engine, Performance & Drive Feel Under the hood sits the 1.4-litre turbocharged T-Jet petrol engine. In Competizione trim it delivers about 180 bhp and 250 Nm of torque. 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) comes in around 6.7 seconds – that’s seriously quick for a 3-door hatch. Top speed is about 140 mph / 225 km/h when fitted in the proper spec. The automatic / manual gearbox choices make a difference: a manual gives you more direct engagement, the auto (or robotised alternative) is handy in traffic. Throw in the Record Monza exhaust in Competizione trim and you’ve got something that not only goes well but sounds fantastic—crackle, burble, that raw sporty echo when you push it. The chassis is nimble. In twisty roads or tight urban corners the Abarth feels alive — sharp responses, good grip, a sense that it doesn’t want to underperform. But with that character comes some trade-offs: it’s not going to float over every bump flawlessly. The ride is firm, you’ll feel road texture. But that’s part of the charm if you’re buying into this kind of personality. Interior, Comfort & Usability Inside, the 70th Competizione doesn’t hold back on style: Alcantara and leather surfaces with sporty stitching. Sports pedals, a sport-steering wheel, trim and details that shout “competition”.