Technical Paper
Design of the Fiat Auto Corse ITC 96 Racing Engine - Part I: Valve Lift Profiles and Timings
1998-02-01
980124
The paper describes the fluid dynamic design of the 2.5 liter V6 engine developed by Fiat Auto Corse for the 1996 International Touring Car Series (690 engine). The paper enters into details concerning the definition of valve lift profiles and timings, and provides highlights on the configuration able to optimize the engine in its overall complexity.