World’s Narrowest Car: The 20-Inch-Wide Fiat Panda Is Fully Functional — But Can You Squeeze In?

Italy’s Ultra-Slim Fiat Panda: A 19.6-Inch Wide Marvel

Imagine a car so narrow it resembles a cartoon prop or a magical vehicle from Harry Potter. Meet the Fiat Panda Slim, a functional electric car just 19.6 inches (50 cm) wide, crafted by Italian mechanic Andrea Marazzi. Though it looks whimsical, this single-seater (with a tiny backseat) is fully operational, sparking both fascination and skepticism.

[Image: Close-up of the slim Fiat Panda parked, showing its narrow design with a driver inside.]
Caption: The handbuilt electric vehicle uses parts from a 1993 Fiat Panda and weighs just 264 kg.

Social Media Buzz
Reactions online range from awe to amusement. Critics call it “impractical” and “claustrophobic,” joking that “the average American wouldn’t fit.” Others compared it to Mr. Bean’s escapades or a “bike lane rebel.” Marazzi, however, defends its stability: “It wobbles but won’t tip over,” he demonstrated in a video, pushing the car vigorously.

Specs & Features

• Dimensions: 19.6” wide, 57” tall, 133” long.
• Engine: 24V electric motor (from an e-scooter), max speed 9 mph (15 km/h).
• Details: Includes a steering wheel, indicators, headlights, and rearview mirrors.

[Image: Side view of the car at a festival, highlighting its comically slender profile.]
Caption: The Slim Panda debuted at a Fiat Panda anniversary event in Pandino, Italy.

While too slow for public roads, Marazzi aims for a Guinness World Record as the world’s slimmest functional car. Experts like Gaurav Sood of Yanko Design call it an “art installation” blending engineering and playfulness.

Future of Urban Transport?
Though not street-legal, the Slim Panda hints at solutions for crowded cities. Meanwhile, innovators also eye flying cars to ease road congestion.

[Image: Vintage 1997 Fiat Panda compared to futuristic flying car concepts.]
Caption: The original Panda (left) vs. visions of airborne transit.

Whether a quirky experiment or a glimpse of the future, this narrow wonder proves creativity knows no bounds.

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