We do not recommend towing a caravan that is heavier than 1100 kg kg with this Fiat.
In this advice we assume an average caravan with a weight of 1100 kg. Remember that the exact performance depends on the chosen caravan and that air resistance and dimensions have an influence.
Performance
Weight
The Fiat Tipo 1.6 aut. with a Caravan as an example with an actual weight of 1100 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Fiat is in general sufficient. And also the weight of the Caravan with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
188
67
Mountains
Risk of snaking
200
190
Weight ratio: 69% (79% of kerbweight)
1100 kg
1585 kg
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Fiat Tipo 1.6 aut. Caravan as an example
Actual Weights
Caravan as an example: 1100 kg.
Fiat Tipo 1.6 aut.: 1585 kg.
Noseweight: 65 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 69%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 188 points).
Speeds of 67 mph (108 km/h) to 73 mph (118 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is only very moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 67 points).
Slightly higher revs (3200 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 22.7 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally good (score to compare 200 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 17%.
On motorway inclines higher revs (5400 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 58 mph (93 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Fiat is sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
If you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997, a B driving license is enough.
Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 69%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 79%.
The chance of snaking is relatively small at normal speed, if the caravan is well loaded.
Recommended noseweight is 65 kg.
Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
Stability and safety score to compare is 190 points.
If the caravan starts to snake you should reduce your speed and slow down directly! Lift your feet off the accelerator and brake gradually. Hold the steering wheel into a fixed position.
Conclusion
Performance is sufficient.
Safe driving is possible.
It's a perfect match!
Influence of User Payload on stability
Weight distribution and noseweight are vital in obtaining a stable caravan.