We do not recommend towing a caravan that is heavier than 800 kg kg with this Fiat.
In this advice we assume an average caravan with a weight of 800 kg. Remember that the exact performance depends on the chosen caravan and that air resistance and dimensions have an influence.
Performance
Weight
The Fiat Panda TwinAir Turbo 80 with a Caravan as an example with an actual weight of 800 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 just 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
156
87
Mountains
Risk of snaking
151
212
Weight ratio: 64% (76% of kerbweight)
800 kg
1250 kg
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Fiat Panda TwinAir Turbo 80 Caravan as an example
Actual Weights
Caravan as an example: 800 kg.
Fiat Panda TwinAir Turbo 80: 1250 kg.
Noseweight: 50 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 64%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 156 points).
Speeds of 61 mph (98 km/h) to 68 mph (109 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is only very moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 87 points).
Slightly higher revs (3000 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 25.5 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 151 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 14%, but do require some experience from the driver.
On motorway inclines the speed drops despite high revs.
A speed of 53 mph (85 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 64%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 76%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 50 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 212 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 just 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.