THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Production period
- 1924
- Body style
- Coupé D'Orsay
- Engine
- 6 cilindri in linea a valvole in testa — donor/base Fiat 519
- Type
- Limited
- Displacement
- 4,766 cc
- Power
- 77 CV
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR
Coachbuilding, design & conversions
PRICE & SALES RECORD
Vehicle value
- Original price
- Not documented
- Latest recorded sale
- Not documented
01 / THE STORY
History & context
The Fiat 519 Coupé Dorsay Alessio (1924) was coachbuilt by Alessio. Developed during a period marked by innovation in Italian automotive design, the Fiat 519 series was a response to the growing demand for luxury vehicles following World War I. The coachbuilding process involved meticulous attention to proportions and construction methods, with the Dorsay variant characterized by its streamlined body and sophisticated detailing, reflecting the stylistic context of the 1920s. Mechanically, the Fiat 519 was equipped with a robust chassis designed to support various coachwork styles, and it featured a suspension system that enhanced ride comfort. The model was powered by an inline-six engine, which contributed to its performance and operational efficiency. This configuration allowed for a smooth driving experience, making it appealing to the luxury market of its time. Production data for the Fiat 519 is limited; however, documentation indicates that a select number of units were built, underscoring its exclusivity. Surviving examples of the Fiat 519 Coupé Dorsay are recorded in private collections and museums, offering valuable reference points for automotive historians and researchers studying postwar coachbuilding practices. The Fiat 519 Coupé Dorsay Alessio remains a significant example of early 20th-century automotive craftsmanship, with its unique design and engineering contributing to its historical importance in the automotive industry.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production type
- Limited
Engine & performance
- Engine configuration
- 6 cilindri in linea a valvole in testa — donor/base Fiat 519
- Displacement
- 4,766 cc
- Power (CV)
- 77 CV
- Specification notes
- DONOR_BASE_ONLY — published Fiat 519 specification: 4,766 cc overhead-valve inline-six, 77 CV. Applied only to the Fiat donor/base; the Alessio Coupé D'Orsay body attribution remains independently researchable.
Design & manufacture
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Fiat
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Alessio
06 / EVENTS & AWARDS
Events & awards
No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 2 photographs
08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE
Archive
References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.
| Reference | Source type |
|---|---|
| Carrozzieri Italiani — Alessio archive: Fiat 519 Coupé Dorsay www.carrozzieri-italiani.com | Coachbuilder archive exact entry |
| COACHBUILD.com — Alessio Fiat corpus www.coachbuild.com | Independent specialist archive index |
| Carrozzeria Alessio history it.wikipedia.org | Independent coachbuilder history |










THE CONVERSATION
Comments 0
Share a memory, a period photograph or a documented detail about this car.