One of the promotional tools with the greater impact on the image of Abarth were undoubtedly the 133 records that the cars of the Scorpion realized between 1956 and 1966. Some of those cars were elaborate versions of models that derived from the series production and others been built as real prototypes. These include the Abarth 1000 Pininfarina Record, coachbuilder with whom Abarth started a fruitful collaboration since 1957 with the creation of the single-seater prototype record Fiat Abarth 750; the following year another prototype were planned to accommodate the twin-cylinder engine of 500 cm3. The most powerful version were built in 1960 and featured a DOHC engine of 982,218 cm3 (bore x stroke 65x74), a compression ratio of 11: 5, for an output of 108 DIN HP at 8000 rev / min. It was a new engine that, respecting the tradition of the Austrian-born manufacturer, was verified during the demanding record sessions, and then launched and finalized for the customers' production. The body of this vehicle was especially developed by Pininfarina, which exploited the experience gained with several previous prototypes with one target fixed: build a construction that is capable of withstanding the increased power of the engine, and consequently, the higher speeds. The team of Abarth drivers were well knit. From September 28 to October 1, 1960 on the High Speed track of Monza won at least eight international primates. The "12 hours", at an average of 203.656 km I h; the "2000 miles" (average of 201.115 km/h); the "24 hours" (average of 198.795 km I h); the "5000 km" (average of 199.238 Km l h); the "5000 Miles" (average of 192.878 km / h); the "48 hours" new record, at an average of 190.264 km / h; the "10,000+ km" (average of 191.376 Km/h) and the "72 hours" driving with an average speed of 186.687 km/h. This last record is a world one and previously was set by a Ford model that ran on an American salt lake. A prestigious result obtained thanks to the skill and dedication of the drivers. The team included Umberto Maglioli, Giancarlo Baghetti, Mario Poltronieri, Massimo Leto di Priolo, Giorgio Bassi, Giancarlo Castellina, Alfonso Thiele, Giancarlo Rigamonti and Corrado Manfredini. The 72 hours record would also have a far more stunning outcome. On the third day, during the sixty-sixth hours, a violent storm thumped into the circuit. The car was assigned to Maglioli, considered the most experienced of the group, with a strict Karl Abarth recommendation: never force too much just because the record was already close. On that basis, Maglioli ran quietly until a large puddle surprised the pilot. The car skidded and slammed into the guardrail, stopping finally in the middle of the track, with its engine "out of order". Karl Abarth realizes that nothing is lost, thanks to the huge advantage gained up to that point. The Regulation provides that the car should not be touched, unless the pilot. The rule was perfectly respected: Umberto Maglioli pushed alone the car just after the finish line, morally assisted by engineers, mechanics and his fellow pilots. Once conquered the records, the car - whose body was not so badly damaged - was entirely restored and then exhibited at the Turin Motor Show (3-13 November 1960). Join my Notification Squad: click the Bell ? Make sure you like and comment the video, but also subscribe to the channel! *Michael - Automotive Mike* Socials: ?? https://www.facebook.com/AutomotiveMike ?? https://www.instagram.com/automotive_mike