For the uninitiated, here are some specs on the Fiat Panda 100hp:

ENGINE: – Type: Transverse 4 cyl. inline, 16v DOHC (belt), Bore x stroke (mm): 72 x 84, Displacement (cc): 1368, Compression ratio: 11:1,Power max (Hp): 100 (73,5 kW) @ 6000 rpm, Torque max (Nm): 131 (97lb-ft) @ 4250 rpm.

TRANSMISSION: – Front-wheel drive six-gear manual.

STEERING: – Dual-Drive Electronic, Turning circle 10,4m.

SUSPENSION: – Front: Independant McPherson with ARB, Rear: Torsion beam.

KERB WEIGHT: – 975kg.

BRAKES: – Front: Ventilated discs 257×22, Rear: Discs 240×11.

TYRES: – 195/45 R15.

PERFORMANCE: – Maximum speed (mph): 115, Acceleration (sec) 0 – 62 mph: 9.5.

CONSUMPTION: – Urban (mpg): 32.5, Extra Urban (mpg): 53.3, Combined (mpg): 43.5, Tank capacity (gallons): 7.7, Range on Combined cycle (miles): 335.

OPTIONAL EXTRAS FITTED TO TEST CAR: – Skydome, MP3/CD Player and Pandamonio Pack.