Since 2007, the 1.2-liter 8-valve Fiat 169A4000 engine has been assembled at the Italian plant and fitted to the company’s well-known models, including the Panda, Punto, 500, and Lancia Ypsilon. This power unit, also known as the Duratec 8V or index FP4, was installed on the second generation Ford Ka.
187A1000, 169A4000, 176A8000, 188A4000, 188A5000, 199A6000, 350A1000, 198A1000, 198A4000, 955A6000, and 955A2000 are fire engines.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2007 |
| Displacement, cc | 1242 |
| Fuel system | distributed injection |
| Power output, hp | 69 |
| Torque output, Nm | 102 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 8v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 70.8 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 78.9 |
| Compression ratio | 11.1 |
| Features | SOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | no |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | yes |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 2.8 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 4/5 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Fiat 500 2016) — city — highway — combined |
5.6 4.1 5.1 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~240 000 |
| Weight, kg | 85 |
The engine was installed on:
- Fiat 500 II (312) since 2007;
- Fiat 500C II (312) since 2009;
- Fiat Panda II (169) in 2010 – 2012; Panda III (319) since 2011;
- Fiat Grande Punto I (199) in 2009 – 2012;
- Fiat Punto IV (199) in 2012 – 2018;
- Ford Ka 2 (B420) in 2008 – 2016;
- Lancia Ypsilon I (843) in 2010 – 2011; Ypsilon II (846) since 2011.
Disadvantages of the Fiat 169A4000 engine
The engine’s primary issue is the quick development of rings and the ensuing oil burn;
The crankshaft pulley key on early engines was frequently cut off and slipped; even now, contamination of the throttle and fuel pump grid causes revolutions to float;
The starter, thermostat, and pillows in this engine are a small resource;
Additionally, remember to change the valve clearances every 50,000 kilometers.