843cc OHV Inline 4-Cylinder Engine (See Text) Single Carburetor 52bhp at 6,150rpm 4-Speed Manual Transaxle 4-Wheel Independent Suspension Front Disc, Rear Drum Brakes *A beautifully example of Fiat's sporty runabout roadster *Period Abarth badging and performance enhancements *Magnesium Campagnolo alloy wheels *A rare and eminently delightful slice of La Dolce Vita THE CAR OFFERED The 850 coupe and spider were introduced to the U.S.

market for 1967.

The American version was rated at 52 bhp, and had a 100-mph speedometer, tachometer, front disc brakes and vinyl leatherette upholstery.

At $1,795 for the coupe and $1,998 for the gorgeous little Bertone-penned spider, the 850 was comparable to the Austin Mini and Austin-Healey Sprite, and less expensive than the Mini Cooper.

"Driving the 850 coupe around town is sheer pleasure," proclaimed Sports Car Graphic , while the late British motoring historian Michael Sedgwick called the 850 "almost the perfect 'personal car' for the congested ...