Why The Fiat Panda 100HP Is My Favourite Car - 1 Year Review!
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- čas přidán 8. 03. 2021
- For Daniel, the ultimate machine is the legendary Fiat Panda 100hp. With its 1.4l 16v engine and comedic styling, it’s certainly an unusual choice. In this video, Daniel explains exactly why the Fiat Panda 100hp is his favourite car by walking around and going for a drive.
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OMG this is excellent!
You’re the best young car presenter on YT and by quite some way!
Plus, you’re pretty cute 👀
Thank you, that’s very kind of you to say! The Panda isn’t bad, either...😉
@@DanielDrives 😅😅
@@DanielDrives I think you’ve pulled 👀😂
@@MattysCars the Panda is a pulling machineeeee😂
@@MattysCars Well, he is pretty cute 👀
What a brilliant car, I’ve had many cars in my life, I’m in my 50’s and recently I bought a new panda cross and I must say it’s my favourite car so far. An absolute joy to drive and always puts a smile on my face every time I get behind the wheel. Like you said your dad is 6ft, I’m 6ft and still have loads of room in the panda. I can see why the panda has such a big following amongst young and old.
So brilliant. I’ve never actually been in a new shape Panda, but I do know for a fact that the Cross is a great car.
I have seen a lot of videos about the 100HP and this one is honestly one of the very best. Great job
Thanks Patrik, that's very kind of you to say.
I've owned five Fiats over the years, Uno Selecta, Tipo DGT, mk II Uno S, Punto ELX and Stilo Sporting. Fiats are fun, they love to be worked hard and it's great to see a new generation of people enjoy them too. Enjoying your content 👍
They are very fun, glad you also love Fiats. Thank you for watching!
What an excellent review. Thanks a lot! I just got my 100hp one week now and I'm completely hooked. I allways want to drive 😎
Thank you for watching! Glad you also are a fan😁
It is heaps of fun to have 100 Italian horses in a 950 kg car. Well made video, lovely people.
Completely agree with you, massive fun. Thanks for watching!
Big fan of the car. Here in Brazil I have the 500 1.4 16v 100hp (same engine, gearbox, suspension, etc...). The tricky part for me, are the parts. I have to import most of it.
This is a great video Dan! The thing with the Panda is that it is does EXACTLY what it says on the tin. There is no pretentious electronics, no excess, it doesn’t spend it’s time trying to outflash everyone on the roads. And it looks brilliant in a simple, uncluttered yet ‘I’m here to play’ sort of way. It has the ingredients for fun - peppy 16v NA engine, simple yet effective suspension, fat grippy wheels and styling that doesn’t shout. It is the opposite to new cars today which are pretentious, badly made, far too overweight, very expensive and eye wateringly boring to us petrol heads. The funny thing is - because of it’s simplicity and reliability (isn’t it funny how people are quick to slag off anything Italian, French or non-German) it will far outlast any new car. Once their electronics start playing up - which they 100% will - then it’s game over. Really enjoyed this.
Thank you so much. Glad you enjoyed it! Some very valid points there, simplicity is definitely key. This car proves that. Basic is great!
Couldn’t have put any better …… even if I had to scratch my brain.
Hi everyone from Italy. I'm an happy owner of 100 hp of 2009 in white color. I am totally agree about comments from other owners, because it's definitely' true that Panda 100 hp is a very usable and funny car that makes you smile averytime you drive it.
I'm an happy owner of a Fiat Croma Must 2.4 liters with more than 200 Hp a very fast an conforatble car, but to be honest Panda 100 hp is the car I use much more than Croma.
Hello to Italy! I am glad you agree, they are superb. As you say, they make you happy with every squeeze of the throttle. Thank you for watching!
Superb video, really well produced. I won't lie, it almost makes me want a Panda 100HP myself. And aren't Panda owners lovely people?
Thanks Ian! I’ve obviously succeeded on my mission. There are so many lovely Panda people about and as Jake said, it adds to the spirit of ownership.
Mate get one I had one as my first car still have it, I also own a rs3 8p and ep3 type r
@@Tazz-7375 hey I have a 100hp panda too and a integra type r dc2 eudm 👍🏻🎶💋🎶
Great video! Lovely to see more 100hp love. We’ve had our 100hp for 12 years now and it’s just been treated to a full respray and tidy up as we love it so much!
Thanks Adam! Glad you’re just as Panda mad. They are great.
This is the base engine for the Fiat 500 here in the US, and I love it! Super rev happy and has a nice growl to it. Also very efficient when you’re driving it gently 🥴
I wish we had more Fiat models here, I’ve become a massive fan of the brand
Fiats are GREAT!
I've long thought the Panda 4x4 would be a strong seller here, but only if they brought it in as a Jeep.
Excellent Daniel, I look forward to more Paulo the Panda videos 👍
Cheers Paul!
Great video Daniel! The intro really was 'Daniel Drives'. There is definitely something special about the Panda as a whole. I love my little Pogo the 100HP 😀 (like you, I have a Panda plush on the dash but mine's a red panda for obvious reasons 😜 Thanks for featuring my quick Panda love letter.
Thanks Jake, not a problem! Pogo is always welcome. 😁
I had to make the name worthy, so found the nearest private road and rolled the camera! The Panda teddies are a must, they are the law.
Great little cars these, I was so close to getting one of these or a twingo 133 which are also fantastic. Great review and best of luck with the channel 👍🏻
Massive thanks, Peter. Very kind! The 133 is another great car, another example proving that small cars are massive fun. 👍
Excelent video! almost made me want one... but you can't tear me away from my trusty Yaris! Loved the way you included other peoples views at the end. Jakes Red Panda looks immense.
Thanks! I will have to keep trying. The Yaris is still an excellent vehicle, certainly more reliable. It was a last minute idea that worked very well, I find!
Thanks very much for the compliments on the Panda! 😁 It's an awesome little beast!
@@FuelPower certainly is!
Nice video! '07 1.3 Multijet Panda owner which we own since beginning of 2009. Not one of my favorite cars, but I am very found of it for being practical for it's size and very reliable. Not to mention also that it is a bargain considering it's age. It lasted so good during the time and the body shell says it. Not to much corrosion issues and honestly it has not been taken care of it that much either. I am also a fan of the square design and not only for the practical reasons but as being a 1970's-1980's car enthusiast. Take care and greetings from Romania!
After 5 minutes of this video man I am subscribing straight away, #Legend, the next Jeremy Clarkson, the outfit just does it, the plain and straightforward thoughts on the car does it, well done mate. Highly appreciated
Thanks a lot! :D
awsome review mate, you honestly have a natural talent. Keep it up! Big fan, great job!
That’s very kind. Thank you!
Great video Daniel! Well done.
Thank you!
Massively respect this guy. Keep up the good work!!
Thanks so much!
Great video buddy. Bet you're itching for it to be all yours! I know I was the same. Had my test cancelled so many times due to lockdowns but I was just so eager to get out in my HP!! 🤣🐼💯
Thanks, you bet!😁 I only have a year and a half, but I know it’s going to be the longest year and a half EVER. Hopefully it won’t be long until you can head out in yours!🐼
Great review Daniel i always fancied one of these but never got round to getting one. I Previously owned a Cinquecento Sporting and that was great fun. I’ve got a 2018 MG3 now, also good fun on a budget!
Good choice!
I am actually kind of thinking of getting one as my first car, but was thinking either the 1.3 multijet or 100hp. Also because I'm fairly familiar as my family have had Pandas, like my dad (Panda van) or my grandad (Panda 1.1) they're all cool and small. I love them! And I love your review.
I can fully recommend them, they are different to the rest of the crowd and a bunch of fun. Glad you liked the video!
Getting to this a bit late got to agree with general sentiment here - excellent professional presentation style and an engaging film. Great work Dan.
Thank you! I really appreciate it.
Now that was a proper vehicle review
11/10 there Dan
I want a Panda now!!!!!!
Thank you! Very kind😁
That was the point, mwahaha...
@@DanielDrives I like Ada's "custard" Panda
Think that's awesome
Nice review, thanks a lot!
Thanks for watching!
Great video, enjoyed all the feedback, comments from all your panda friends, thinking of getting one, think they look super cool, strange I'm an alfa fan, myself but anyway Daniel keep up the good work.
Thanks for watching! They are fantastic so I understand why you'd want one in your life.
Damn, this video hyped my to this car even more than before. Definitely gonna get one
Great review Daniel, you've convinced me, I'm a new subscriber!!
Thanks Keith! Welcome along :)
Great video mate 👍
Glad you enjoyed!
Great Video! Well done 👍 cool car indeed 🙏
Thank you very much!
I would enjoy this car. Ive got an up for my son to learn in and i find myself taking it quite a lot. Because its fun and small and handy. The up gti would be great fun too, i think. Lets hope manufacturers make more little fun cars like these. Makes sense.
I drove a Citigo a few years back and it was a very fun car. The Up! GTI is even more fun.
Cars like these are great.
Great video. I had one 14 years ago (wow, that's a long time) and I think it would be interesting to drive it again and see if it's how I remember.
Oh wow! That must’ve been new, then. I’d be interested to know how much they were new?
@@DanielDrives From memory it was £9995. I think I paid £5999 for mine, as it was 6-12 months old. I had a Grande Punto before that had sort of the same engine but 95bhp. It was totally different though.
@@mikewhitehead50 exactly what I thought. A really decent price for the car.
I love these Nice driving fiat panda 100hp! Still a daily for me. I still looking for a blue one. Nice review too 💋💋from🇱🇺🎶🎶
Thanks!
Really nailed it, nicely done! Totally agree about the interior, it's not plush but it feels functional and durable.
P.s. hearing the exhaust on yours is giving me ideas...
Thank you for watching and getting involved! Much appreciated.
The exhaust is dreamy, but sadly I’m unaware which exhaust it is! It was custom made by the previous owner, so I’ll have to have a proper gander at the system sometime.
@@DanielDrives pleasure! Ah, no worries. Whoever made it did a very nice job!
@@AshrafonCars definitely!
Great video
Your going to have to show you painting the Brake Calipers love the sound of your Fiat Panda what exhaust on it good video 💯
I will see if I can make it happen, just waiting for some sunny weather. I couldn’t tell you what exhaust I has, sadly, it was custom made by the previous owner so I’m unaware.
Good job 👍
Cheers!
I like your style!!!
Nice video mate. I think you just convinced me to get one.
You’re not the first person to say that! I’m very glad.
@@DanielDrives alright, just got one. Such a fun little car.
@@VUDINHFilm that’s great to hear. Glad you’re impressed! You really have to drive or own one to understand.
cool stuff, I'm off to buy one of these today myself
Fantastic! Keep me updated :)
@@DanielDrives got it, i'm a very happy chappy
@@mtbalex88 fantastic, congratulations! You’ll have to send a picture of it to me via Twitter or Instagram @danielcars05 ;)
You've made me buy one
I’ve proved successful! Hope you enjoy it (you will)...
@@DanielDrives I know I will!
@@idiotstupidfrey keep me updated.
my guy, the way you talk sometimes gives me a big Jeremy Clarkson vibe for some reason. great review, as a fellow panda owner (albeit an '04 1.2) they're such amazing little cars, very capable, cute, spacious. i thrash it constantly wherever i go, and it just feels so nice. obviously not fast, but very very fun.
Haha, thank you! I'm a huge fan of all Pandas, regardless of the engine. They're some of the best small cars out there.
love it😁
Cheers Matty!
Hi Daniel, yes nice 100 hp , nice colour aswell
Yeah paint the callipers red also consider the rally style mudflaps they will give it a more aggressive look for sure, my wife has the eco active 1.1 panda in that nice deep purple color, it recently flew through its mot 🙂👍
I tried to twist her arm to go for the 100 hp but she prefers the economy, basic trim level so less to go wrong , and more comfort with the less stiff suspension only £30 Road tax!, I had a punto sporting the very same grigio colour as yours and same gem of an engine albeit with a slightly less 95bhp also with the same, slick 6 speed box which is perfectly mated to the engine, I now have a abarth 595 competizione which has a 5 speed gearbox and doesn't mate and is not as slick, it needed the 6 speed aswell which it never got 😳 if I didn't get the abarth I would of got a 100 hp without a doubt! Oh by the way get your cambelt and water pump changed if you haven't already or have no history of it being replaced, I think it 5 year's or 72,000 miles on that engine ,around £300 ,don't overlook this
As you need to rev the engine to extract it's power and it has a 7000 rpm redline!
Hi Marino, glad you enjoyed the video! I am very happy with the 100hp; putting the harsh ride aside, it’s a lot of fun. The 1.1 Panda is equally hilarious and the base-spec trim looks quite cool (in my mind!)
I have been in an Abarth, I loved the power delivery, but around the corners I think the Panda takes the win. Can’t explain why.
Thanks again!
The Fiat Panda is a fabulous car!
We can agree on that!
👍Professional, perfect video.
Thank you!
I love the panda 4x4s .
Great video! Boring practical question - do the rear seats fold flat to give a big load area?
Thanks! The seats do fold but not entirely flat, there’s quite a substantial lip. However, the general capacity is very good with the seats down, we’ve transported an entire oven before now.
Not long got a panda 4x4. Really liking it done a few bits. Just wondered if you have any wheels available
I haven’t I’m afraid. Glad you’re enjoying Panda life!
Great video, well presented and edited just one thing missing...bounce it off the rev limiter, that is what they are for man !
Good call! Thanks for watching :)
Hi Dan, how much (roughly) was your insurance in the first year? I’d really love one of these as a first car.
Hi! I wish I could tell you properly; I’m still only 15 so I’m not on the road just yet. The quotes tend to be around £1200 ish with a blackbox for my area (Cheshire). I’d recommend getting some quotes via Compare The Market and pretend you are 17.
You look 15 but with mannerisms and a talking voice of a 40 year old experienced tv presenter. Nice one, subscribed
Thanks a lot!
glad i could help 👍
Thanks again Jack! :)
I have a panda 1.1 special 30year of panda edition with a sunroof and my wife rides a fiat qubo. She's always trying to take my panda whenever she can. 😁
I don’t blame her!
So, what exhaust do you have? And was the central box removed? Thanks
I’m not entirely sure, it was fitted by the previous owner and is custom made. All I can tell you is that there is no back box. Just central.
What tyre size do you have on the panda 100hp, from factory it's 195 45 r15 but some people put 195 50 r15
Factory, but I’ve heard people that go for different sizes to allow for more comfort.
Hi Daniel, do you know if you can get it with 5 seat certification or is it only coming out with a 4 seat from factory? Thanks a lot
Only 4 seats for the 100HP.
I love my Panda 1.1. OK, it lacks the performance and the grunt of the 100HP, but it still pulls away very well. I would rather have it above any super car. You couldn't ever use all of it! With the Panda, it thanks you if you rev it. As an older driver it reminds me of the fun I used to have in my Mini Mayfair from the '80s.
Would someone who's 6ft 5 fit. I want one but I'm a bit on the tall side
I reckon so. My Dad is 6ft 5 and fits perfectly in the front and back.
When i first saw a panda, I thought it didn't look good but this vision looks ace, because of its loud exhaust and the abarth engine. Is it from an abarth engine?
Gald you're a fan! It's a very similar engine to the one in the Abarth.
Hi Daniel, How does your car have that growl sound? what makes the car sound nice when its driving. im new to this but i'm interested in it
Hey, it has a Powerflow custom exhaust system which is the reason for the growl :)
@@DanielDrives thanks for the swift response! how much would something like that cost? i also have a panda
@@dnblegend280 no worries! 🙂 It depends really, I’d say around the £300-£600 region but I’m not 100% sure 🤔
Great voice
Hi Daniel,
What's your exhaust on your 100hp? Thanks
From an happy 100hp's owner for more than 10 years.
10 years?! Blimey. That’s dedication.
I wish I could tell you, but it was a custom-made system fitted by the previous owner. All I can tell you is that there is no back box, just a centre box.
@@DanielDrives Hehe and still a pleasure to drive it every week and no issue with mine (for the moment)... I'll keep my Ragazzon exhaust then (just the back box).
Thanks for the quick answer Daniel
@@Froseization I can imagine, they are excellent fun! Happy to help.
Had one of these as my first car, Had an astra 1.4 turbo, Octavia vrs petrol and now a Vw Phaeton 3.0tdi but nothing comes close to the Panda, Asa actually bought my white panda off me 😂
Yep, I know😁 I think he’s moved it on now, hasn’t he?
@@DanielDrives yeah he has
That’s my drive at the start of the Vid 😂😂
I like the mk2 Punto (prefacelift) more, it has a somewhat of an old fashioned dashboard and interior compared to the Panda, the gearshifter seams high in the Panda. Then again the Punto is an older car. Where I live there aren't a lot of Pandas but there are loads of Puntos and Unos. The Panda is way quirkier.
Agreed, you are spot on there.
Panda time 🐼🎍, although this Panda in grey rather than 'black and white' 😦.
Still cool! 😉
I dont want one. I NEED ONE. I've a standard 75hp 2011 1.3 multijet VAN panda, but god damn i'm for sure gonna upgrade soon if i can find one in my country.
You do need one, they are phenomenal.
Do you still have this?
Sure do!
Kia picanto gt 100hp modern alternative. Always loved Fiat mechanicals
Very enthusiastic about his car but I'm 52 and this lad comes across that hes older than me.
I’ll take that as a compliment! 😅
guy at 14:29 'nothing is more fun around a roundabout' has never driven a classic mini then!
Pity they didnt make a Panda Abarth.
Had one for 3 years, total pain in the arse on longer drives so I had to get rid. Fucking brilliant little thing though, the only car I've owned that made me laugh until I cried driving it. It's truly awful, but good fun. Awful steering, terrible throttle response, great gearbox, hilarious ride.
C2 vts
You forghot your milk from school :)
Safety isn't great. Understand the enthusiasm otherwise.
There’s definitely worse cars out there. They aren’t terrible.
Because you haven't sit in a Ferrari, yet. 😊