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Honda B16A Engine Specs

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Quick overview

Honda B16A is a 1.6L (1595 cc) petrol engine with 160 HP, 150 Nm, 10.2:1 compression ratio. Fuel consumption: 8.5-6.2L/100km. Typical service life: 300,000+ km with proper maintenance.

160
HP
1.6L (1595 cm³)
Displacement
150 Nm @ 7000 RPM
Torque
Petrol
Fuel

Description

The Honda B16A is a naturally aspirated DOHC VTEC inline-4 engine that became legendary in the tuning community. Known for its high-revving character and excellent reliability, it was one of the first engines to demonstrate that high performance could come from small displacement with proper engineering.

General Information

Production Years: 1989-2001
Fuel Type: Petrol
Environmental Standards: Euro 2
Fuel Consumption: 8.5-6.2L/100km (37.9-27.7 mpg)
Power (HP): 160
Displacement: 1.6L (1595 cm³) (97.3 cu.in)
Torque: 150 Nm @ 7000 RPM (111-5163 lb-ft)
Cylinder Block Alloy: Aluminum alloy
Cylinder Head Alloy: Aluminum alloy
Has Turbo: No
Engine Layout: I4
Aspiration Type: Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System: Multi-Point Injection
Head Type: DOHC VTEC
Timing Drive: Belt
Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled
Cylinders Count: 4

Technical Details

Cylinder Diameter: 81.0mm
Piston Stroke: 77.4mm
Total Valves: 16
Firing Order: 1-3-4-2
Weight: 125 kg (276 lbs)
Rings per Piston: 4 (3/1)
Compression Ratio: 10.2:1
Hydraulic Lifters: No
Cylinder Coating: Cast iron sleeve
Minimum Octane: 95

Maintenance

Oil Capacity: 3.8L (4 qts)
Recommended Oil: Honda Ultra 5W-30 or equivalent
Operating Temperature: 78-102°C (172-216°F)
Thermostat Temperature: 87-92°C (189-198°F)
Service Life (km): 300,000+ km with proper maintenance (186 miles)
Timing Belt/Chain Interval: Belt - 105,000 km or 7 years