2003 INDUSTRIAL ENGINES

Vortec 1600
TM

A very efficient engine that offers proven

performance in a compact package.

The Vortec 1600 engine from GM’s Sao

Jose engine plant in Brazil is the smallest
displacement engine that GM Powertrain
has supplied in over a decade.
 Features & Benefits
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• Designed to use gasoline, propane gas and • V-belt and Poli-V-belt harmonic balancers are available
natural gas
• Propane and natural gas engines utilize a dry fuel
• Hardened valve seat inserts to maintain excellent version of the PFI manifold (the same basic design as
performance when using alternative fuels the PFI gasoline manifold, but without throttle body and
fuel parts)
• Single overhead cam valvetrain optimizes
performance and efficiency • Pistons have high silicon content for improved durability
and noise reduction
• Crank-triggered, waste spark ignition system
utilizes the coil pack, crankshaft position sensor • Exhaust manifold heat shield reduces radiated heat to
and available ECM for accurate spark timing nearby components
• World-class engine sealing system for superior
leak protection

Shown with PFI manifold and

optional gasoline port fuel
injection system.

Available Options
• An Electronic Control Module (ECM) for
optimizing fuel (gasoline only) and spark
requirements
• Gasoline port fuel injection that precisely
meters fuel
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Vortec™ Engines: Uncompromised Power
Vortec Engines are GM Powertrain's premier engine line for trucks and
SUVs. Motorsports events and on-the-job performance have proven
that Vortec Engines deliver outstanding power with no sacrifice in fuel
efficiency.
Equally important to industrial engine users is the fact that Vortec
Engines are designed to require very little maintenance while providing
extraordinary reliability.

Coil Pack

ECM Exhaust Valve

Seat Insert
Crankshaft
Sensor

The exhaust valve seat inserts in the

The crank-triggered, waste spark cylinder head provide superb durability.
ignition system uses a crankshaft
position sensor, coil pack and
available ECM to replace the distributor
and coil used in conventional ignition
systems, so servicing of distributor OEM Badge Area
caps and rotors is eliminated.
Crankshaft position is determined
directly from the crankshaft, for
improved accuracy, and the OEM-
established spark timing cannot be
changed by end users.
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The Vortec 1600 engine has a removable badge on top where OEMs can
place their own identifying badge.
 Product Specifications
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Type: 1.6L L4
(45) 60 120 (163)
Displacement: 98 cid (1.598 cc)
Compression Ratio: 9.4:1 52 hp (Gas)

Valve Configuration: Single Overhead Cam (37) 50 93 lb-ft (Gas) 100 (136)
Manufactured: Sao Jose, Brazil

HORSEPOWER: hp (kW)
Valve Lifters: Radiused Cam Follower, Hydraulic 45 hp (LPG)
78 lb-ft (NG)

TORQUE: lb-ft (Nm)

(30) 40 80 (108)
Bore x Stroke: 3.11 x 3.20 in 42 hp (NG)
(79.0 x 81.5 mm) 81 lb-ft (LPG)

Main Bearing Caps: 2-Bolt

(22) 30 60 (81)
Balance Method: Internal
Intake Manifold: PFI type - gasoline fuel
injection components optional
(15) 20 40 (54)
Firing Order: 1-3-4-2
Oil Pan Capacity: 3.70 qt (3.5L) with filter
Fuel Type: Gasoline, Propane or Natural Gas (7) 10 20 (27)
Engine Rotation: Clockwise (from the front)
Paint Protection: Block and Oil Pan Separately
Powder Coated 0 0
1000 1500 2000 2500 3000
Shipping Weight:
224 lb (102 kg) Gasoline PFI ENGINE SPEED (rpm)
255 lb (116 kg) Gaseous Fuel
Actual power levels may vary depending on OEM calibration and application.
Horsepower:
52 hp @ 3000 rpm (Gasoline)
45 hp @ 3000 rpm (Propane)
42 hp @ 3000 rpm (Natural Gas)
Torque:
93 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm (Gasoline)
81 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm (Propane)
78 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm (Natural Gas)
Actual power levels may vary depending on OEM calibration
and application.
495.44
Materials: (19.51)
Block: Cast Iron
Cylinder Head: Aluminum
Intake Manifold: Aluminum
Exhaust Manifold: Cast Iron
Information may vary with application. All specifications listed are 632.31
based on the latest product information available at the time of
(24.89)
publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any time
without notice.

510.41 305.43
(20.09) 190.00
(7.48) (12.02)
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