Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 160 hp — Stage 1 file (+10 hp)
hp
Stage 1 file for Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 160 hp
Target +0 hp. Custom development for your engine.
Chip tuning for Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 160 hp ECU
Abarth 500 (2008) 1.4 T-Jet 160 hp — sports petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Stellantis (тюнинг-суббренд Fiat) group (Италия, 1899). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 160 to 170 hp (+10 hp, +6%) and torque from 234 to 300 Nm (+66 Nm). ECU — Bosch ME7.9.10. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. A petrol engine built in 2008 — the era before widespread firmware encryption, OBD flash without complications.
Abarth has been part of Fiat (now Stellantis) since 1971. Abarth is Fiat's performance sub-brand, specialising in hotted-up compacts. The scorpion is Abarth's signature logo, a symbol of its aggressive character. The factory Abarth calibration is sporty, yet there is still headroom for Stage 1. Abarth builds high-output turbo-petrol engines based on Fiat units.
The Abarth community is a performance niche within the wider Fiat scene. The Fiat community in Southern Europe has a large pool of ready-made Stage files. Mid-range Fiat engines are a high-volume chip tuning subject.
Frequently asked questions
How many horsepower does the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 160 hp reach after a remap?
Stage 1 for the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 160 hp adds +10 hp — power increases from 160 to 170 hp (+6%). Torque rises from 234 to 300 Nm (+66 Nm).
What does a Stage 1 remap of the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 160 hp include?
Stage 1 chip tuning of the Abarth 500 is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +10 hp with no hardware changes.
Can you do Stage 1 on the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 160 hp?
Yes, Stage 1 for the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 160 hp stays within the factory limits for boost pressure, knock and temperature. On a healthy engine with a serviced turbo and injectors there is no risk.
How much does Stage 2 add on the Abarth 500?
Stage 2 for the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 160 hp is Stage 1 plus hardware changes: a downpipe, a larger intake and a performance intercooler. The gain is considerably higher, but it requires professional component selection.
Which ECU is fitted to the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 160 hp?
The Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 160 hp ECU is the Bosch ME7.9.10. Production versions support OBD access; locked variants require Bench (BDM/JTAG).
What happens to the Abarth 500 warranty after chip tuning?
The factory warranty of the Abarth 500 does not remain valid after Stage 1 — the manufacturer withdraws its obligations once the ECU software is changed. CHIPOK provides its own warranty on its work and support.
How long does remapping the Abarth 500 take?
On the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 160 hp: OBD flash 25-30 minutes, Bench (if required) about an hour. The file processing itself takes 5-30 minutes once the original bin is received.
Is the original file kept when chip tuning the Abarth 500?
Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 160 hp is kept and can be flashed back at any time. Returning to stock via OBD takes 25-30 minutes.
What is the price of a Stage 1 remap for the Abarth 500?
Stage 1 for the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 160 hp is paid for with CHIPOK credits (1 cr = 1 €). The final amount is set in the calculator, taking the extra options (off functions) into account.