Usually a 4x4 drive system is always synonymous with cars like the all-terrain Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV). But now it seems to be revised after Fiat issued a small car with a 4x4 drive system.
Fiat will soon be scheduled to Fiat Panda 4x4 show at the Paris Motor Show to be held soon. This is the first car in the A-segment using four-wheel drive system.
This Italian manufacturer Fiat Panda said that the presence of this 4x4 is the perfect shape after Panda came out 30 years ago. This car is also said to interpretation of the spirit of the times that unifies off-road capability with the sleek design and compact body.
The ability of this car has been much improved and is said to make it able to compete with a 4x4 car which was bigger and more expensive.
Its dimensions are included 368x167x160 cm (LxWxH) with a wheelbase of 230 cm. This car is equipped with a torque transmission system-on-demand with the two modes is controlled electronically.
4x4 system that carried this car is the ability pernanen system depends on the field conditions.
In addition, there are also features of the ESC (Electronic Stability Control) combined with ELD (Electronic Locking Differential). This feature is able to provide additional assistance when driving, especially when climbing on slippery terrain such as snow, ice or mud.
While in his heart, gave Fiat a choice of two engines for the Fiat Panda 4x4 ranging from 0.9 TwinAir Turbo engine-powered 85 hp and 1.3 Multijet II diesel powered 75 hp. Transmission using a 6-speed gearbox.
TwinAir Turbo engine car is also considered better than 1.2 Fire engine in the previous generation because Panda TwinAir Turbo 40 per cent more torque,
In addition, the suspension has been updated also claimed to make the trip, the better confortment without reducing the ability of off-roadnya.
