General Qubo 1.3MJ v Panda 1.2FIRE

[calvjones]

Hi All

I'm considering a FIAT Qubo MJ and am seeking some opinion on just how slow the are (or not!).

I currently drive a 1.2 Panda which is absolutely fine for me & the Mrs & the boy in terms of spriteliness. Has anybody experience of both these cars? I would hope that the 140Lb ft of the diesel would offset the extra weight for in gear acceleration (I can find no figures on line)?

Thanks in advance!

Cal

 

[ivantate]

Depends if you are into just making progress or thrashing around in a petrol engine.

All the Qubos over here have no problem with keeping up with the traffic, even the vans that look well laden.

Try one.

 

[Monkeyboot]

I have a qubo MJ, I used to have a 1600 petrol engine before, so it took a bit of getting used to. Undoubtedly it is not the quickest off the block, but I have no probs keeping up with traffic, even with a full load and roof rack on.

Now the engine has loosened up and I am used to the smaller engine, I am very happy with my vehicle.

To second what ivantate says "Try one".

 

[radiocode]

To second what ivantate says "Try one".

I'll third that! Fantastic car, the 1.3MJ Diesel take a little getting used to but mine has loosened up nicely and drives well.

Cheers,

Lee