0 Comments The concept pays homage to the original 1000 SP that debuted in 1966 It uses a 243hp, 1.7-litre four-cylinder engine It is based on the same platform as the Alfa Romeo 4C Abarth 1000 SP: what is it? The Abarth 1000 SP (Sport Prototipo) is a one-off homage to the car that made its debut 55 years ago and won the Nürburgring 500km in 1966. It was initially designed to compete in both, endurance races and hillclimbs and enjoyed success as in various motorsport disciplines. The retro-styled concept takes the form of a midsized sportscar and is larger than the original, but it features several nods to the original design. Lightness, agility and aerodynamic efficiency were key to the style.