The high-performance Fiat 500 Abarth will debut in the US for the first time at the Los Angeles Auto Show, Chrysler has confirmed.

The long-awaited model by Abarth, a high-performance subbrand of Chrysler-owner Fiat, will likely line up alongside its little brother at US dealers from next year.

The Fiat 500 Abarth will use a 1.4-liter Turbo Engine, along with specially-tuned suspension and brake systems and ‘race-inspired design and technology features.’

The Abarth 695 “Tributo Ferrari” makes its world debut at Frankfurt.

This new performance version of the Abarth 500 confirms the link between Abarth and Ferrari based on shared values that include a passion for performance, a racing soul, attention to detail and Italian style.

Abarth and Ferrari are two great names that have contributed, with conviction and dedication, to the legend of Italian racing that is known around the world.