F1 specifies 4-cylinder 1.6L engines from 2013; energy recovery systems, high-pressure injection and energy management
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 10, 2010
The FIA’s World Motor Sport Council (WMSC) has approved the introduction of a new specification engine for Formula One racing from 2013, underlining the FIA’s stated commitment to improving sustainability and addressing the needs of the automotive industry. Following dialogue with the engine manufacturers and experts in this field, the power units will be four cylinders, 1.6 liter with high pressure gasoline injection up to 500 bar (7,252 psi) with a maximum of 12,000 rpm.
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