Fiat Panda Pandina 1.0 GSE (70 Hp) Mild Hybrid


Fiat Panda:

The Fiat Panda is a city car manufactured and marketed by Fiat. The first generation Panda, introduced in 1980, was a two-box, three-door hatchback designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro and Aldo Mantovani of Italdesign and was manufactured through 2003 — receiving an all-wheel drive variant in 1983. SEAT of Spain marketed a variation of the first generation Panda under license to Fiat, initially as the Panda and subsequently as the Marbella.
The second-generation Panda, launched in 2003 as a 5-door hatchback, was designed by Giuliano Biasio of Bertone, and won the European Car of the Year in 2004. The third-generation Panda debuted at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2011, was designed at Fiat Centro Stilo under the direction of Roberto Giolito and remains in production in Italy at Pomigliano d'Arco. The fourth-generation Panda is marketed as the Grande Panda, to differentiate it from the third generation that is sold alongside it. Developed under Stellantis, the Grande Panda is produced in Serbia....(Read more on Wikipedia)

Pandina Overview:

Fiat Panda (Pandina). With 92 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 980 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.7 s). The top speed reaches 155 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Efficiency-focused engine (70 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 14.7 sec).
  • • Exceptional fuel efficiency: 5.1 L/100 km.

Cons:

  • • Compact cargo space (225 L); may require careful packing.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(ZAF 141, facelift 1986: May, 1990 - July, 1991).

General:
Brand:Fiat
Model:Panda
Generation:Pandina
Modification (Engine):1.0 GSE (70 Hp) Mild Hybrid
Start of production:May, 2024
Powertrain Architecture:MHEV (Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle, power-assist hybrid, battery-assisted hybrid vehicles, BAHV)
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:4-5
Doors:5
Engine:
Engine systems:Start & Stop System
Power:70 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:70.1 Hp/l [295mm more]
Torque:92 Nm @ 3500 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:46341162 More details about the engine 46341162
Engine displacement:999
Number of cylinders:3
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Engine oil capacity:2.5 l
Coolant:4.4 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:70 mm mm
Piston Stroke:86.5 mm mm
Compression ratio:12:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Combined fuel consumption (WLTP):5.1-5.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption at Low speed (WLTP):5.1 l/100 km
Fuel consumption at Medium speed (WLTP):4.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption at high speed (WLTP):4.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption at very high speed (WLTP):6.2 l/100 km
Emission standard:Euro 6d
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:14.7 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:14.7 sec
Maximum speed:155 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:14 kg/Hp, 71.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:10.7 kg/Nm, 93.9 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:14 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:980
Max. weight:1440
Max load:460
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:225 l
Fuel tank capacity:38 l
Size:
Length:3705 mm mm [295mm more]
Width:1662 mm mm [162mm more]
Height:1657 mm mm [187mm more]
Wheelbase:2300 mm mm [130mm more]
Width including mirrors:1882 mm
Front track:1406 mm
Rear (Back) track:1403 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):9.3 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric motor drive the front wheels of the car with the ability to work only in mixed mode.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears6
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesDisc, 257 mm [bad for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDrum, 180 mm [bad for performance and cooling.]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size175/65 R14; 175/65 R15; 185/55 R15
Wheel rims size14; 15
Front suspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspensionTransverse stabilizer, Torsion

Behind the wheel of the Fiat Panda. How does it handle on the road?