Fiat 10 HP
A foundational piece of Italian motoring history and Fiat's second-ever production model.
- Power
- 10 bhp
- Top speed
- 28 mph
- Est. value
- $180k–$350k
About the Fiat 10 HP
The Fiat 10 HP was a significant evolution for the fledgling Fabbrica Italiana Automobili Torino, succeeding the 3.5 HP and 6 HP models. It featured a front-mounted 1.1-litre twin-cylinder engine, a departure from the rear-engine layout of its predecessors, and utilised a chain-drive system to the rear wheels. As one of the earliest examples of Italian automotive engineering, it helped establish Fiat's reputation for reliability and performance in the early 20th century. Surviving examples are extremely rare and are typically found in major museum collections or high-end concours events.
Fiat 10 HP specs
The Fiat 10 HP produces 10 bhp (7 kW). It has a top speed of 28 mph (45 km/h).
| Make | Fiat |
|---|---|
| Model | 10 HP |
| Trim | 1.1 |
| Years | 1901 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Phaeton |
| Country | Italy |
| Production | About 17 built |
| Engine | 1.1-litre inline-two |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,082 cc (1.1 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 10 bhp (7 kW) at 1,100 rpm |
| Top speed | 28 mph (45 km/h) |
| Transmission | 3-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 760 kg (1,676 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 13 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Fiat 10 HP worth?
A typical Fiat 10 HP is estimated to be worth $180,000 – $350,000 (about £134,000 – £261,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Fiat 10 HP rarity in CarSpot
The Fiat 10 HP is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 100 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Fiat 10 HP fun facts
- The 10 HP was the first Fiat model to feature a front-mounted engine, setting the template for the brand's future designs.
- Only 17 units were produced during its single year of manufacture, making it one of the rarest early Fiats in existence.
- The car used a steering wheel rather than a tiller, which was still common on many contemporary vehicles of the era.
