Fiat 1200
The 'Full Light' saloon that brought panoramic visibility to the Italian middle class.
- Power
- 55 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 19.7 s
- Top speed
- 86 mph
- Est. value
- $12k–$45k
About the Fiat 1200
Introduced at the 1957 Turin Motor Show, the Fiat 1200 Granluce was an upmarket evolution of the 1100/103 series. Its name, meaning 'Great Light', refers to the airy greenhouse featuring a wider windscreen and panoramic rear window, a significant stylistic shift toward 1960s modernism. Under the bonnet sat a 1,221cc engine, a bored-out version of the 1100 unit that offered improved refinement and a top speed of 86 mph. While mechanically simple, the Granluce was distinguished by its two-tone paint and lavish chrome detailing, serving as a bridge between utilitarian post-war transport and the luxury saloons of the following decade.
Fiat 1200 specs
The Fiat 1200 produces 55 bhp (41 kW) and 82 Nm (60 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 19.7 seconds and has a top speed of 86 mph (138 km/h).
| Make | Fiat |
|---|---|
| Model | 1200 |
| Trim | Granluce |
| Years | 1957–1961 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | Italy |
| Engine | 1.2-litre inline-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,221 cc (1.2 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 55 bhp (41 kW) at 5,300 rpm |
| Torque | 82 Nm (60 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 5,800 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 19.7 s |
| Top speed | 86 mph (138 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 930 kg (2,050 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 59 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 1200 worth?
A typical Fiat 1200 is estimated to be worth $12,000 – $45,000 (about £8,900 – £34,000).
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 1200 rarity in CarSpot
The Fiat 1200 is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 25 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 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 1200 fun facts
- The Granluce was developed by Fiat's 'Carrozzerie Speciali' department, which focused on low-volume and premium variants.
- Despite being a distinct model, the Granluce's modern body shell was later inherited by the Fiat 1100 Special and 1100 D.
- Early publicity photos showed the car with rear-hinged 'suicide' doors, but the production version used conventional front-hinged doors.