Honda B16A Engine Specs
Honda
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