Cancelled Autobello Nuova Piccolina | UPDATE 01/09/2023 0.1

Autobello Nuova Piccolina 1981-1991​

This is a little refresh of the Piccolina that me and @DamienDutch have been working on for a while now. What was first just a few custom configs became an idea for a nice mod that would add some cool stuff for the legendary italian hatch.

So far this mods adds 2 brand new engines along with modernized versions of the current engines. That includes modern long block, carburetors, customizable rev limiter, an exhaust that makes the car more city friendly thanks to less noise and emissions. Handy addition for the 110, 130 and 150 engines is the factory oil cooler which helps the car cope with long routes at higher speeds and even some sporty driving.
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Spoiler: Torque curves

70 90

110 130

150
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Another update included in the refresh is the strengthened body chassis and a strong fuel tank to help the driver and passengers in life-threatening scenarios.
75kmh head on collision comparison:

Spoiler: Lore

After Autobello took the outdated Piccolina off the market, their sales started to slowly drop. They managed to fill that with other models, but still saw the potential in the classic simple Piccolina. In late 70s the final decision was made, the Piccolina will return to production with refreshed parts. Body was stiffened to perform better in accidents. All engines got a rebuild to fit modern standards and 2 new engines were added with economy and simplicity in mind. Exterior parts switched from the long oudated chrome accents to modern stylish painted and plastic parts.

The Nuova Piccolina was introduced with a couple new trims to choose from:

Inizio
The entry level configuration. Made to be as inexpensive as possible to appeal to buyers who don't want to spend too much money on a car. This trim is availible with the newly introduced simple 0.7 and 0.9 carbureted engines paired to a 4 speed manual.


Stile​

The main trim. Made for those who aren't looking for any special features, this model will satisfy with the full range of engines to pick from.

Prima
The luxury trim. Those who enjoy the classic chrome-y looks should definitely consider the Prima. The car will be enjoyable not just to drive, but to look at. Comes with special chrome styling and whitewall tires as standard.


Viaggio
The roadtrip trim. A great choice for travellers. This trim can prove that even small cars are capable of taking you on a nice vacation without limiting luggage space or comfort. Coming with a spacious roofbox, a tow hitch for your caravan and stiffer rear suspension that can keep the car from sitting down after getting fully loaded up.


Medaglia
The sport trim. Those who like some adrenaline should not miss out on this new trim. This trim offers fun and performance for a price of an average sedan. The alloy wheels and wider rear fenders give this car a stylish sporty look. Thanks to it's special sport tires and widened front suspension you can rush through turns without even touching the brake pedal. The 1.5L dual carburetor engine will make sure you get to your desired speed in no time.


Help with modelling needed (debadged hubcaps, plastic parts, interior,...) if you can help you will be mentioned in the credits.

Credits:
@DamienDutch - new engines, modern engine parts, factory oil cooler, teaching me some jbeam basics
@Adam5Z - main idea, configs, strengthened parts
@PessimaBoi - modern exterior parts, plastic parts, restyling

 

Nuevolina

 

ah yes something that will conflict with my last edition piccolina's lore, and this is the wrong category, thread should be in mods and skins

 

No it shouldn't.
And what about lore? Can there only be one fictional thing based on another fictional thing?

 

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Sounds interesting.
Where did you put the oil cooler?
I'm guessing under the engine considering there are no new vents on the model.
If so arent you worried it will be easily damaged on bumps and the like?

 

Very nice!! Will something get modified on body or parts?

For example, new bumpers, front/rear facelift

 

thanks! currently it's in the front, but it's clipping through the body so once we figure that out the placement might change
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thanks! that is planned but we first need to find someone who could help us with it

 

Well i thought this category is just for entirely new cars, not a config pack/parts pack for one, correct me if im wrong

No but i guess people is gonna get confused lol

 

Maybe it could be some sort of remake? Or it could be from an alternate universe? IDRK

 

i think that that the mods don't overlap much, after Autobello discontinued the successful Piccolina C and last edition the sales started dropping badly so they brought it back into production with a minorchange generation

 

There's engine swaps here and minor stuff so no.

We'll just explain it then lol

 

The majority of mods in this category is still entirely new vehicles so honestly i dont know anymore

 

Which mod is that camping trailer from?

 

niewiadów trailer pack

 

(https://www.beamng.com/threads/niewiadów-trailers-pack.86332/)

 

Would like to see a 2 stroke

 

we don't have that planned, but the piccolina last edition mod has a 2 strokethis mod is more focused on the better modern parts

 

lookin' good

 

idk if it could be cool but hacing the hinges inside and the vents being smaller/removed would look more modern

 

thanks, there's a lot to come

yes that would look nice, thanks for the suggestion