Italian cars are known throughout the world as powerful, fast and attractive cars. And the names of the companies producing them are widely heard today, even among those people who are far from this topic. Well, it is worth talking about the most famous Italian automotive concerns and their most popular models.
List of companies
In total, there were ten known car factories in Italy. Each of them belonged to a certain concern. Why in the past tense? Because many of them have already been abolished. But this is not a reason not to talk about them. It is worth starting to list with the most famous, namely - with “Ferrari”. Next in popularity is Lamborghini, followed by Maserati. The well-known firms Alfa Romeo, Fiat and Innocenti are also based in Italy. And there are also four factories, the names of which are not familiar to everyone - these are De Tomaso, Lancia, Chizeta and Abart. All these concerns manufacture Italian cars. And therefore, each of them should be discussed separately.
Fiat
If we talk about the most “age” Italian car companies, then this company will definitely be in the forefront of those. The FIAT concern was founded in 1899! And at the head of the new venture was a group of investors, among whom was also Giovanni Agnelli, who was one of the richest and most influential people on the entire planet in the 20th century. The company is now headquartered in Turin. It is also interesting that the concern was divided into two subsidiaries, one of which is engaged in the production of light vehicles, and the other - industrial.
In 2016, 7 new models were released - three vans, one minivan, two hatchbacks and a commercial vehicle. In the 21st century, the FIAT concern is mainly engaged in the production of transport for the city - economical, affordable and comfortable. So, for example, a brand new Fiat 500 costs about a million rubles (which is not so much money for Europeans), and consumes only 5 liters of fuel per 100 km (the maximum speed of such a model is 160 km / h, and acceleration to hundreds takes 13 seconds ).
By the way, the Abart company mentioned at the very beginning, which was founded in 1949, has long been bought out by Fiat. And the concern even produces models under this name. For example, in 2008 the Abarth 500 was released, and a little earlier - the Abarth Grande Punto.
Alfa Romeo
This concern was founded in Milan in 1910. The company produces Italian sports cars, as well as cars for VIPs. Three words that can characterize the models of this company are luxury, reliability and speed. Of the recently released cars, a sports sedan can be distinguished. It is distinguished by a 510-horsepower 3-liter twin-turbocharged engine, which works in tandem with a 6-range manual transmission and an 8-speed “automatic”. The cost of this model in the most complete configuration is 79 thousand euros.
More recently, the company has released a 4C sports car (with a 240-horsepower engine and a robotic gearbox), a compact Mi To hatchback (which costs only $), and a Brera 3-door coupe with an interesting design and elegant interior.
By the way, the most expensive model produced by this concern is the Alfa Romeo 8C-35 Monoposto. It was published back in 1935! And in 2013 it was sold at auction for 9,360,000 dollars. Under the hood of this car is an 8-cylinder 3.8-liter unit producing 330 hp. from. And this data suggests that even at the beginning of the last century, Italian car models could boast of technological excellence.
The standard of excellence
Perhaps this is how you can characterize cars produced by "Ferrari". This company makes really great models. And it is very difficult to identify the most perfect ones.
But one cannot fail to note attention to such a model as the F12 Berlinetta Mansory La Revoluzione. If we talk about what Italian cars can win the heart, then perhaps the answer will be the name of this car. Its engine power is 1200 hp. sec., maximum speed - 370 km / h, and acceleration to hundreds - only 2.9 seconds. And, of course, she has an incredibly beautiful design. And the corresponding cost - 1,300,000 euros.
The 458 Spider Hennessey is another luxury model. This car can reach a maximum of 330 km / h thanks to the 738 hp engine. And acceleration to hundreds takes only 3 seconds.
The Enzo XX Evolution Edo Competition can also be called one of the most spectacular models. This car was released in 2010. Under its hood is an 840-horsepower engine, due to which the car accelerates to a maximum of 390 km / h.
By the way, one of the Ferrari cars is in the top 10 The Ferrari 330 P4 model took a place in the middle of this honorable rating. And the car, despite the fact that it was released in 1967, is worth $ 9,000,000.
"Lamborghini"
This is a relatively young company, since it was founded in 1963. By the way, an interesting fact: everyone knows that this company produces powerful Italian sports cars, but few people know that ... tractors are also coming off the assembly lines of the company's concerns. But now it's not about them.
This company has its own rating of its own models. This model was released in 2014 and costs 3,300,000 euros in terms of high cost. Under the hood of the model is a 750-horsepower engine, thanks to which the car reaches a maximum of 355 km / h. And it accelerates to hundreds in just 2.9 seconds.
But the first place in the ranking of the most powerful models of the company is occupied by the Aventador LP1600-4. The car has a 1600-horsepower engine under the hood! Due to it, the car accelerates to a hundred in just 2.1 seconds, and its maximum speed limit is 370 km / h. Such a car costs about $ 2 million. Yes, Italian-made cars are not cheap, but it's not for nothing that they take first places in world auto ratings!
"Maserati"
Talking about Italian cars, the badges of which every person can recognize, one cannot fail to note the attention of Maserati. This concern produces exclusive cars. The company itself puts the MC12 Corsa model in first place in its own rating. Its price is 1,160,000 euros. Engine power - 755 hp sec., the maximum speed is 326 km / h, and acceleration to hundreds takes only 2.9 seconds.
And not so long ago, the company announced that soon fans of luxury cars will be able to see their new product - the model, which was given the name Levante. This is the first crossover of the Italian brand. By the way, the price is not so unbearable (for a car of such a renowned company) - 72,000 euros. Under the hood of the novelty, the developers installed a 350-strong 6-cylinder engine. But this is the basic configuration. For a novelty with a 430-horsepower engine, you will have to pay 140-145 thousand euros.
De Tomaso Automobili SpA
Not everyone has heard about this concern. Therefore, it is worth talking about it in more detail. And he produces Italian sports cars. The first serial production of "De Tomaso" was presented to the public in 1963. And even though the company was abolished in 2012, its cars deserve attention.
Take the 1993 Guara Coupe, for example. Its engine power is 430 hp. sec., and the maximum speed is 270 km / h. A car called Mangusta, released in 1967, can boast no less impressive data. Under its hood is a 306-horsepower engine, thanks to which the car accelerates to a maximum of 249 km / h.
Another interesting model is the Pantera. She has a very unusual, original silhouette - this is her feature. And the characteristics are powerful (for 1971) - a 330-horsepower engine that accelerates the car to 259 km / h.
Now these are long forgotten Italian cars. The names of the models of this company were at one time really heard - after all, De Tomaso cars even participated in Formula 1. And, perhaps, if it were not for the decline in the development of the company and the crisis, the concern would still exist.
Little known firms
Innocenti is one of those companies that have long been abolished. Her work was terminated in 1997. Prior to that, exactly 50 years, the company had been producing scooters and it was not easy for the Company to break into this segment, since at the time it was founded, the market was dominated by Fiat. But certain models still received a calling. This is the 1963 Innocenti 950 Spider, a 2-seater model with disc brakes and a 58-liter engine. Yes, it was not powerful, but it boasted a very attractive design.
Another company is Lancia Automobiles S.p.A. It has existed since 1906. The Lancia LC2 series of racing cars (existed from 1983 to 1985) was especially popular. These cars were powerful - they had V-shaped 800-horsepower injection engines under the hoods, thanks to which the maximum speed of the model was over 350 km / h. The LC2 has won a total of three races and earned 13 pole positions.
It has not yet been said about a company like Cizeta. This is an Italian company that was created in order to ... produce the most advanced supercar in the world. Yes, the idea was just that. And the history of the company itself began in 1980.
And in 1988, a Cizeta Moroder car was provided in Geneva, on which Italian numbers shone proudly. There were a lot of cars at the show, as always, but this particular model caused a real storm of emotions. In order to understand why exactly, it is enough just to look at it (photo provided above). But this was only a prototype. An upgraded version came out in 1991. Under its hood was a V-shaped 6-liter 520-horsepower engine with 16 cylinders, thanks to which the car accelerated to a hundred in just 4 seconds. And the speed maximum was 327 km / h.
But in 1994 the company was closed. However, she managed to become famous for her shortest history, one of the most powerful engines and simply crazy price for cars (about 700 thousand euros at that time).
In general, as you can see, each Italian company is unique in its own way, and the models they produce are also. And you can be sure that in the future these companies will release many models that will become real legends in the automotive world.
By Creations, the company, founded in 1910, took part in auto racing and won the world's first Grand Prix championship as early as 1925. Advanced production technologies have long turned this brand into an object of preference for wealthy car owners. Alfa Romeo is not just a famous Italian. This is a quality mark.
Ferrari
Each model of the "Prancing Stallion" is rightfully considered a legend, because some of the world's best designers worked on its creation, and racers in the world tested it. The creations of this brand are invariably included in the "Top" of the most expensive vehicles on four wheels. These Italian-made cars are appreciated all over the world.
Maserati
The "jewelers" of the Italian auto industry specialize exclusively in the production of exclusives for the sports and class. Most people in the world consider it a duty to have at least one representative of this brand in their fleet.
In dreams of the elite of the automotive industry with the “Fatto in Italia / Made in Italy” brand, one should not forget about one of the world's oldest car brands - Fiat, whose products travel across the territories of almost all countries of the world. It was with the construction of the plant by the concern of the same name in the city of Togliatti that the era of domestic "Zhiguli" began. Currently, this industrial giant owns all of the above brands without exception.
Speaking about the brands of Italian cars, it is necessary to mention one more brand. Lamborghini is a car that is associated only with Italy, despite the fact that the parent company is currently the German firm Audi.
Italian car brands are widely known throughout the world. Their names do not need additional explanation. High quality and no less high prices of many models make Italian cars desirable for many.
A rich history dating back over 120 years confirms the level of development of the automotive industry in Italy. This country is one of the European leaders in this industry.
Italian cars take pride of place at international motor shows, many models have already become classicsothers are constantly being upgraded.
Alfa Romeo (Alfa Romeo)
Now the plant for the production of cars is located near Milan (what you can see in it) in the town of Portello. Alfa Romeo positioned as a roomy reliable carfocused on total comfort on the road. All functions of the car are aimed at meeting the needs of the buyer. The brand also has sports models. Now the brand belongs to the Fiat Group.
The history of the brand begins in 1905 from the factory for the production of French cars Darracq, which in 1910 was reoriented to the production of Italian cars A.L.F.A. At the same time, the company was moved from the suburb of Naples to Portello near Milan. The initiator and director at that time was Hugo Stella.
It was under his leadership, chief designer Giuseppe Merosi, that such models as 24 CV and 24 HP were designed, which quickly became popular... In 1915, as a result of the First World War, the company was reorganized and Nicola Romeo took over, after whom Alfa Romeo was named.
During World War II, the plant produced military cars, after the war, attention was paid to sports cars. Alfa Romeo has won races more than once.
In the 90s, the GTV model came out, which became one of the best in the sports car niche.
Ferrari (Ferrari)
Currently, the plant for the production of machines is located in the city of Maranello. Ferrari is positioned as a purely sports car for lovers of high speeds and reliability. Red is considered a classic color for cars of this brand.
The brand got its name in honor of Enzo Ferrari. Starting with work at Alfa Romeo, Enzo launched the first car model in 1946 under his own name.
The first cars were exclusively racing they marked many victories in various races 50-60 years. In the 90s, the company designed the 456 GT / GTA, F355 and 550 Maranello sports cars.
The popularity of Ferrari only increases with each new model.
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Fiat (Fiat)
Fiat - compact but roomy cars, targeted at all segments of the population... This brand is the most affordable of the Italian automakers.
Fiat is the oldest and largest auto concern in Italy. It was founded at the end of the 19th century by several large investors, including Giovanni Agnelli. Since 1903, the company began to design its own engines for ships, buses, and then cars.
Early 20th century 300 HP Record and S61 became one of the most popular racing cars... After the First World War, there was a reorientation and the beginning of the production of cars for everyone.
The first publicly available model was the Fiat 501 with two modifications - sporty and elongated.
The car became widespread, in subsequent years this model was improved several times. In the 1980s, the Panda and Uno models were introduced, which became the forerunners of the modern Punto.
Lamborghini (Lamborghini)
At the moment, the plant for the production of cars is located near in the town of Santa'Anata Bolognese. Lamborghini is positioned as super expensive, luxurious, fast car, one of the best in serial assembly. Now the Lamborghini brand belongs to Audi.
The brand is named after the founder Ferrucho Lamborghini. Before starting to produce luxurious cars, Ferrucho managed to learn to be a mechanic and go through the whole of World War II. At the end of the war Lamborghini created the production of tractorsand later heating equipment.
The idea to create cars, according to legend, came to the author's mind in order to bypass the popular Ferrari brand after a conflict with the owner of the concern.
Lamborghini, as the owner of a car of this brand, found flaws in it that were taken into account when developing a brand new machinereleased in 1963.
Success came in 1965 with the Miura, which has all the advantages of the car of the time, and a 12-cylinder engine.
Lancia (Lancia)
Today the plant for the production of cars is located near Turin (in the photo of its attractions). Lancia is positioned as comfortable city car for business people... Now the brand belongs to the Fiat Group.
The brand got its name in honor of the co-founder of the production of the famous racer Vincenzo Lancia at the beginning of the 20th century. Claudio Foggolino became his companion. In 1906, together they created a production, the first cars were produced in 1907.
The model was called Alpha, later DiAlfa, its feature was a 6-cylinder engine. In World War I, the plant expanded to include the production of military trucks and armored vehicles.
After the war, Lancia released the Lambda model, which has gained great popularity due to its reliability and independent suspension.
The car was successfully sold until 1931. The company has also been developing a sports car and has focused on business cars in recent decades.
Maserati (Maserati)
Currently, the car factory is located near Turin. The headquarters is located in the city of Modena. Maserati is engaged production of sports cars and business class cars.
Each model is distinguished by exclusivity, high quality parts and workmanship, speed and comfort. Now the brand belongs to the Fiat concern.
The history of the brand dates back to 1914when Alfieri Maserati opens a car design business in Bologna.
Later, the five Maserati brothers joined him one by one, and in 1926 they jointly released the Gran Prix 1500, which was distinguished by a two-liter engine.
The car became popular. A main attention focused on racing cars and the developments of Maserati formed the basis of racing engineering in Italy.
In the 60s it was decided to switch to luxury cars. To this end, the Quattroporte and Mexico models were released, which have become a real need for thousands of people.
In the 90s, an improved Quattroporte IV Evoluzione model was released, confidently topped car sales lists... Recent years have seen the equally successful 3200 GT and Spyder GT.
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The automotive industry in Italy is over a hundred years old. Now it is a dynamically developing industry, constantly offering the market new machine models.
The high quality and unique design of Italian cars remains unchanged.
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MaseratiAutomotive industry in Italy
The dominant role in the Italian industry is occupied by the automotive industry, which employs about 2.3 million people, which is the first place in terms of the number of jobs. The industry not only fully covers all the needs of Italy, but also exports large consignments of cars abroad (mainly cars), including to Russia. In terms of the quality of the cars produced, Italy rightfully occupies the leading places in the global automotive industry. In terms of plant capacity, Italy ranks 5th in the world after Japan, Germany, USA, France.
Fiat, the largest in the country, occupies a special position in the automotive industry. The concern's factories are scattered throughout the country. They mainly produce cars, as well as trucks, individual power units, trams, electric locomotives, tractors, locomotives, etc. In addition, the concern has shares in the construction and shipbuilding sectors. The famous hotel in Turin "Stampa" also belongs to the concern.
There are especially many Fiat factories in Turin and its suburbs. Fiat engineers took part in the creation of a plant in Togliatti (Avtovaz) in the former Soviet Union. There are also factories in the country that produce exclusive racing cars "Ferrari" and "Maseratti". There are many scooters in Italy. This is truly their homeland. Italian scooters are in demand in many countries. Recently, the products of the auto giant Fiat have become popular not only within the country itself, but also in Russia. The management of the concern is constantly updating its models, making them in demand on the market.
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When it comes to the Italian car industry, there is an immediate association with inexpensive FIAT cars, Alfa Romeo business class cars, luxurious Ferraris, Maserati and racing cars capable of high speed.
One of the first to enter the automotive market was the FIAT concern, founded by several wealthy aristocrats, large industrialists and lawyers. The first plant in Turin opened in 1899. 10 years later, the production of trucks and sports cars was added to passenger cars. Racing cars were capable of speeds in excess of 200 km / h. Many modern companies still cannot achieve such engine power (300 horsepower), so the cars of the legendary Italian car brand are considered one of the best in the world.
During the war years, the auto industry in Italy was reoriented to the production of military equipment, and after the war, mass production of affordable cars for impoverished residents was launched. The most popular was the FIAT 400 Topolino model, which every working resident of the country could afford. For its small size and high maneuverability, the people called the car "little mouse".
In parallel with the monopolist, other Italian car manufacturers also developed. Among them, a special place is occupied by Enzo Ferrari, Nicola Romeo, Vincenzo Lancia, brothers Moserati and Ferruccio Lamborghini. Ultra-modern and safe cars continue to appear under their brands, but many well-known Italian brands were absorbed and became divisions of the giant FIAT.
List of the best Italian car brands with emblems and names
The vehicles produced in our own and abroad factories are in demand due to their high technical characteristics, classic and modern design, reliability, safety and reasonable price.
Luxury cars are assembled by hand in a limited number, so their cost is quite high. Models for the mass consumer are produced on a production scale and are distinguished by an affordable price. Despite the fact that the brands of Italian cars are more expensive than their Korean and Chinese counterparts, the build quality allows you to operate the transport without the need for repairs for much longer.
FIAT
The company was founded by a group of investors at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. The company was headed by the famous Italian industrialist Giovanni Agnelli. Literally, the name of the company is an abbreviation for "Factory of Italian cars from Turin". The recognizable round badge in red and black is adorned with silver FIAT capital letters. This is one of the largest concerns in Italy, under this brand more than 1.5 million cars roll off the conveyors annually. Car assembly plants operate in more than 190 countries around the world. Over the century-long history of the brand's existence, almost 50 million cars have been produced.
Beginning in 1969, the concern began to absorb smaller manufacturers, practically monopolizing the entire Italian market. The FIAT group includes Ferrari, Maserati, Alfa Romeo and Lancia. The imperialist policy of the company once played a cruel joke on it: having relied on the brand's popularity, the manufacturers lost quality. The situation changed in the 90s when engineers developed new car models with improved technical characteristics. The car company produces modern stylish hatchbacks, crossovers, minivans, mid-size trucks, seven-seater compact vans and subcompact three-box vans. FIAT trams, buses, agricultural machinery and versatile jeeps are used for public purposes and are purchased for budgetary funds in many European cities.
Alfa romeo
Engineer Hugo Stella stood at the origins of the company, but in 1915 the company came under the control of the talented Neapolitan industrialist Nicola Romeo, who added his name to the abbreviation ALFA. Literally, the first name means Anonymous Lombardo Automobile Factory. The logo depicts the coat of arms of the Visconti dynasty and the symbol of the city of Milan - a red cross on a white background. Thanks to the efforts of engineers, it was at the Alfa Romeo plants that engines with a cylinder head and two camshafts, as well as a battery injection system, were developed. Today, the car company is part of the FIAT industrial group, and has factories in three cities: Modena, Turin and Piedimonte San Germano. All of them produce super-powerful and ultra-modern sedans, crossovers, sports cars, hatchbacks, three- and five-door compact vans, which compare favorably with their counterparts with their original and unique Italian style.
Maserati
The Maserati brothers, who lived in Bologna, decided to create a car design business in 1914. They chose the city's symbol, the trident, as their emblem, using red, blue and white colors. Initially, engineers were engaged in assembling exclusively racing cars, but by the middle of the 20th century, they reoriented to the production of elite luxury cars. At the moment, they produce exclusive crossovers, sedans and convertibles. Business class cars of the Maserati brand are included in the TOP-rating of the most prestigious cars produced in Italy.
Ferrari
Racer Enzo Ferrari worked as a test driver at Alfa Romeo, but later he created his own racing car empire. The yellow emblem depicts a rearing horse. Thanks to their unique style, luxurious interior design, high speed and reliable manual assembly, cars of this Italian brand are rightfully included in the list of the most elite and safe racing cars in the world. The auto company specializes in the assembly of futuristic exclusive sports cars, supercars, two-door coupe-convertibles and three-door four-wheel drive coupe-wagons, mostly in red. No more than 7-10 thousand units of high-speed transport are produced annually under the Ferrari brand, so the queue for new cars is scheduled for years to come.
Lancia
The famous Italian car brand was first introduced to the world at the beginning of the 20th century by the famous racer Vincenzo Lancia. With the support of his partner Claudio Foggolino, he set up a car assembly business. The blue badge is made in the form of a shield, inside which is a steel-colored steering wheel with the brand name. The firm gained fame after Lancia engineers were able to design a monocoque body for the first time in the history of the automotive industry. To this day, under this brand, comfortable, reliable and completely safe cars of the middle price category are produced, capable of developing a very high speed.
Lamborghini
Successful entrepreneur Ferruccio Lamborghini bought the most expensive Mercedes Benz, Maserati, Jaguar and Ferrari models, but found minor flaws in each car. Having once quarreled with the owner of the car company Enzo Ferrari, who recommended an industrialist to engage in tractors, Ferruccio attracted the talented engineer Bizzarini to design the ideal vehicle. Money didn't matter, the main thing was engineering excellence. The very first model of a luxury car of the new Italian brand was sold out in a matter of days. The owner's stubbornness was expressed not only in the desire to prove his case, but was also reflected in the badge. The emblem is decorated with a golden bull preparing to attack on a black background. Until now, the Lamborghini concern produces luxury cars for wealthy citizens. Each model was given the names of the bulls or cities where the bullfights took place.
Iveco
The youngest auto concern in Italy. Founded in 1975. The logo depicts a running horse against the background of a ring. By releasing transport for industrial purposes, it has gained an impressive weight on the world stage. Today it has 50 workshops in 19 states. Manufactures trucks, diesel power plants, buses, aerial platforms, vans and cars.
