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Old 08-02-2009, 11:53 PM   #26 (permalink)
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Yeah, I know what you're saying .

This is the best info I could find on the insight engine:

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3-Mode VTEC (ECA)

Been developed for the Insight is Honda's first hybrid cars, DC to assist low-profile for mounting between a brushless motor and transmission, 995cc engine displacement of the cylinder and the three, tried a compact and lightweight.

VTEC-E, based on type and use the rocker arm ROLLERFORWARD, VTEC valve to narrow the angle due to the clip and roller pin coaxial switch, enabling rotation 3-Mode in the region to give rise to civil strong swirl did.

Other, reducing friction and is offset from the axis of the cylinder crankshaft, changes were made from lightweight materials fee.[1]

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o ECA specifications
+ SOHC 12 valve VTEC PGM-FI
+ Displacement: 995cc
+ Inside diameter × stroke: 72.0 × 81.5
+ Horsepower: 50kW (70PS) / 5,700 rpm
+ Torque: 92N m (9.4kg m) / 4,800 rpm (ZE1 Honda Insight coupe)
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