Tamiya 20069 Fiat 131 Abarth Rally Olio Fiat 1/20 – Plastic Rally Car Model Kit

The Fiat 131 Abarth Rally Olio Fiat in 1/20 scale is a precise plastic model kit from the renowned Japanese company Tamiya, a legend among car modelers. It is an excellent choice for motorsport enthusiasts and classic car lovers who want to build a replica of one of the most iconic rally cars of the late 20th century.

Technical Information about the Model

• Scale: 1/20 – the model is reproduced with high precision and details characteristic of this size.
• Country of use: Italy. The Fiat 131 Abarth was created by the Turin-based manufacturer to compete in world championship rally stages.
• Material: high-quality plastic (styrene). The kit does not include photo-etched parts or resin accessories, making it ideal also for less advanced modelers.
• The kit does not include glue or paints – these must be purchased separately according to your own color preferences.
• The model is supplied with a rich decal sheet, enabling faithful reproduction of the Olio Fiat sponsor’s colors and markings.

History of the Fiat 131 Abarth Rally

The Fiat 131 Abarth Rally made its rally debut in the mid-1970s, becoming one of the strongest competitors in the World Rally Championship (WRC). This car claimed three drivers’ world championship titles (1977, 1978, 1980) as well as three constructors’ titles, becoming an icon of rally motorsport in the Group 4 era, dominating between 1976–1982, i.e. the "golden era" of rallying.

The Olio Fiat-liveried version sports the classic look with legendary blue and yellow colors, seen on the stages of the world's most important rallies. The car enjoyed success in events such as the San Remo Rally, Rallye Monte Carlo, and the Acropolis Rally.

Advantages and Difficulty Level

• The model belongs to the category of plastic model kits and is dedicated to both intermediate and advanced modelers due to its precision details and elaborate interior and body construction.
• Difficulty level: 3/5 – building is enjoyable but requires patience and care when assembling parts and applying decals.
• The model looks great in a themed collection of rally classics or as an impressive element of a motorsport diorama.
• The product is recommended for racing car fans, lovers of motorsport history, and collectors of Italian automotive models.