Fiat Panda 1983
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Bought for £2000; 18 months old.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Certain parts expensive, only ever needed new clutch.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    More fun than a dodgem. Do 90 in one to know what fear is.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Burns up reps from static. Acceleration stops at 40mph.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Only needed one new clutch. Brokedown once - coil went. Washer arm snapped off but glues back on with superglue.

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Very studenty. Other drivers can't cope if you overtake them. It appears to question their virilaty.

    Comfort

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Do more than 50 miles in one go and you ache.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Someone tried to nick the radio and couldn't get in!.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Washer arm is flimsy and glued on! Seatbelt anchor points need replacing. Seems to be quite common.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes