Fiat X 1/9

(1973 - 1989)

Brand:

Fiat

Model:

X 1/9

Country:

Italy

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Wedge - Fiat X 1/9 in (historical) test

July 2, 2014 — Herbert Völker 26

In 1972, Fiat presented the X 1/9, which was to replace the 850 Sportspider as a mid-engined sports car. Compact and with a Targa body, the wedge-shaped car was intended to cause a sensation, especially on the American market. Auto Revue tested the car in 1973 and was very impressed by the little speedster. This article reproduces the original wording of the test at the time, supplemented by historical photo material and the original brochure.

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Center forward - VW-Porsche 914 and Fiat X 1/9 in a (historical) comparison test

December 31, 2024 — Jürgen Rapp 90

A good DM 11,000 was enough to buy a Fiat X 1/9 in 1973, while almost DM 14,000 was needed to purchase the VW-Porsche 914/4 1.8. Both were real sports cars, and in terms of design they stood out clearly from the everyday pulp of the time. However, despite the price difference, there was no clear winner in the comparison test, rather the desire for the ideal mix.

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Topless - sports driver Ute Glemser tests two convertibles

February 27, 2026 — Peter Frieben 74

Convertible drivers, it seems, are a very special breed of people. They are said to have a great desire for freedom, extravagance and vitality. And since women seem to dominate this group, Ute Glemser, the sister of German champion Dieter Glemser, tested and compared two 12,000-mark cars, the Fiat X 1/9 and the Peugeot 304 S.

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Comparison of mid-engined speedsters - Matra-Simca Bagheera, Fiat X 1/9 and VW-Porsche 2.0

July 6, 2013 — Michael Poegl 64

In 1974, the magazine 'hobby' compared the three affordable mid-engined sports cars Fiat X 1/9, Matra-Simca Bagheera and VW-Porsche 914 2.0 over 4,000 km. They were measured and felt, looked at and listened to. Many a flaw came to light and the qualities of the individual concepts became clear. This report edits the wording of the article at the time and supplements the illustrations with archive pictures of the three vehicles, as well as a whole series of sales documents.

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Fiat X 1/9 Five Speed - wedge time for the young and young at heart

February 27, 2019 — Bruno von Rotz 80

At the end of 1972, Fiat presented a new sports car called the X 1/9, which was clearly different from the competition: it had two seats, a wedge shape and a mid-engine. And it was considerably cheaper than it looked. No wonder it became the dream of many young and young-at-heart. This did not change when it was given a more powerful engine and stronger bumpers after seven years. It was built for almost 18 years. It is still attractive today. This driving report tells the story of the Fiat X 1/9, showing it in current and historical pictures as well as in the sales brochure from back then. And of course you can also hear it.

Current market prices for Fiat X 1/9

Fiat X 1/9 (1972-1978)

Targa, 75 PS, 1290 cm³

Fiat X 1/9 (5-Gang) (1978-1989)

Targa, 86 PS, 1498 cm³

Fiat X 1/9 Kat (1986-1989)

Targa, 76 PS, 1465 cm³

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Fiat X 1/9 (1976) - the German X 1/9 club celebrates 30 years - Techno Classica 2016

Fiat-Abarth X 1/9 (1973) - - Retro Classics 2022

Fiat X 1/9 (1973) - a wedge from Bertone

Fiat X 1/9 (1979) - the engine is above the rear axle

Fiat X 1/9 Group 5 (1978) - - Retro Classics 2022

VW-Porsche 914/4 vs Fiat X 1/9 - Comparison of the inexpensive mid-engine sports cars

Fiat X 1/9 (1976) - "Special" model - front and rear luggage compartment

Fiat X 1/9 (1973) - wedge-shaped and two-seater

Fiat X 1/9 (1979) - with US-compatible bumpers

Fiat X 1/9 (1976) - early mid-engined Fiat with the delicate bumpers - 6th Lägern Classic 2023

Fiat X 1/9 (1982) - Field 8 - Lenzerheide Motor Classics 2018

Fiat X 1/9 (1980) - from the work of Bertone

Fiat X 1/9 (1979) - less than four meters long and less than 1.6 meters wide

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Auctioned vehicles of Fiat X 1/9

Brand	Model	Year	Status	Auction name
Fiat X 1/9 Bertone 1983 Sold Silverstone Auctions The Restoration Show Sale 2014 (April 12, 2014)	X 1/9 Bertone	1983	Sold	Silverstone Auctions The Restoration Show Sale 2014 (April 12, 2014)
Fiat X 1/9 1979 Sold Oldtimer Galerie Toffen März-Versteigerung (March 30, 2019)	X 1/9	1979	Sold	Oldtimer Galerie Toffen März-Versteigerung (March 30, 2019)
Fiat X 1/9 1981 Sold Humer Granner Classic Expo Salzburg (October 18, 2025)	X 1/9	1981	Sold	Humer Granner Classic Expo Salzburg (October 18, 2025)
Fiat X1/9 1981 Sold RM/Sotheby's RM/Sotheby’s Elkhart Collection Versteigerung (October 23, 2020)	X1/9	1981	Sold	RM/Sotheby's RM/Sotheby’s Elkhart Collection Versteigerung (October 23, 2020)
Fiat X1/9 Bertone 1988 Sold Historics at Brooklands Mercedes Benz World 29th November 2014 Cars (November 29, 2014)	X1/9 Bertone	1988	Sold	Historics at Brooklands Mercedes Benz World 29th November 2014 Cars (November 29, 2014)
FIAT X1/9 1980 Sold Brightwells Classic & Vintage Cars and Motorcycles (March 4, 2015)	X1/9	1980	Sold	Brightwells Classic & Vintage Cars and Motorcycles (March 4, 2015)
FIAT X1/9 1984 Sold Barons Sandown Park Sale (June 16, 2015)	X1/9	1984	Sold	Barons Sandown Park Sale (June 16, 2015)
FIAT X1/9 1979 Sold Bonhams The Beaulieu Sale (September 3, 2016)	X1/9	1979	Sold	Bonhams The Beaulieu Sale (September 3, 2016)
FIAT X1/9 1985 Sold Classic Car Auctions UK Silverstone Auction (April 21, 2015)	X1/9	1985	Sold	Classic Car Auctions UK Silverstone Auction (April 21, 2015)
Fiat X1/9 Bertone 1986 Sold SWVA Poole Auction (April 25, 2014)	X1/9 Bertone	1986	Sold	SWVA Poole Auction (April 25, 2014)

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