Alfa Romeo1990–1993Technical specifications

Spider 1.6: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 1.6-litre petrol (engine code 015.63). Covers engine, fluids, service and torques: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Summary

Match the engine code (015.63) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Alfa Romeo
Model: Spider
Years: 1990–1993
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: 015.63

Performance & efficiency

Power: 79 kW (107 hp)
Engine size: 1,570 cc
Cylinders: 4 · DOHC
Compression ratio: 9.0:1
Fuel system: Weber

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 6.6 litres

All 89 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/DOHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	1570 (1556)
Compression ratio :1	9,0
Suitable for unleaded petrol	Yes
Minimum octane rating RON	95
Ignition system Make	Bosch
Ignition system Type	TSZ-i
Ignition system Description	Trans-i
Trigger location	Distributor
Fuel system Make	Weber
Fuel system Type	40 DCOM
Fuel system Description	Carb-2V
Combined ignition and fuel ECM	No
Diagnostic socket	No

Ignition system

Ignition coil Make	Bosch
Ignition coil Type	0 221 600 002
Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V	11,0
Primary resistance Ohm	0,7-1,0
Secondary resistance Ohm	6700-9600
Distributor (ECM) Make	Bosch
Distributor (ECM) No.	0 237 002 133

Firing order

The firing order for the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.6 (1990–1993) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.6 (1990–1993) are 0,40-0,45 mm inlet and 0,45-0,50 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	0,40-0,45 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	0,45-0,50 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Alfa Romeo Spider 1.6 (1990–1993) takes 6.6 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 10W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SF.

Manual gearbox

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 1.85 litres.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 8.5 litres.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SF
Engine with filter(s) litres	6.6
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission litres	1.85
Differential rear litres	1.4
Cooling system - total capacity litres	8.5

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.6 (1990–1993) is 7°±1° BTDC at 900 rpm.

Ignition timing	Without vacuum
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	7±1/900

Battery

The Alfa Romeo Spider 1.6 (1990–1993) uses a 12 V, 50 Ah battery (reserve capacity 80 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12/80 (50)

Spark plugs

The Alfa Romeo Spider 1.6 (1990–1993) uses Lodge 2HL spark plugs with a 0,7 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipment	Lodge
Spark plug Type	2HL
Electrode gap mm	0,7
Spark plugs Make	Autolite
Spark plug Type	APP63
Electrode gap mm	0,7
Spark plugs Make	Bosch
Spark plug Type	W7DC
Electrode gap mm	0,7
Spark plugs Make	Champion
Spark plug Type	RN7YC
Electrode gap mm	0,6
Spark plugs Make	NGK
Spark plug Type	BP6ES
Electrode gap mm	0,7

Tuning and emissions

Ignition advance	Without vacuum and basic timing
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	0-4/1400
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	11-16/3000
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	25-30/5400
Vacuum check	Ignition timing advances
Vacuum range °Engine	13-17
Vacuum starts mbar	120
Vacuum ends mbar	280
Idle speed rpm	850-1000
Oil temperature °C	70
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO	3,5
HC level at idle speed ppm	300
CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO2	13-16
O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O2	0,5-2,0

Starting and charging

Starter motor Make	Bosch
Starter motor Type	0 001 211 207
Minimum starting voltage V	10
Maximum cranking amps A	135-165
Alternator Make	Bosch
Alternator Type	0 120 489 903
Alternator output A/V/rpm	36/14/2000
Regulated voltage V	13,7-14,5

Service checks and adjustments

Oil pressure bar/rpm	3,4-4,9/5000
Radiator cap bar	1,00
Thermostat opens °C	81-85

Fuel system

Fuel pump delivery pressure bar	0,29-0,44

Tightening torques

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Stage 1	23-25 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	46-49 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 1	25-26 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	49-52 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	110-113 Nm
Clutch pressure plate	21-25 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	187 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap	20-22 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover	10-14 Nm
Spark plugs	25-34 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Steering track rod end	39-44 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	74-83 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear	44-54 Nm
Road wheels	98 Nm

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.6?

The firing order for the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.6 (1990–1993) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.6 use?

The Alfa Romeo Spider 1.6 (1990–1993) uses Lodge 2HL spark plugs with a 0,7 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.6 take?

The Alfa Romeo Spider 1.6 (1990–1993) takes 6.6 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 10W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SF.

What are the valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.6?

Valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.6 (1990–1993) are 0,40-0,45 mm inlet and 0,45-0,50 mm exhaust, measured cold.

What is the ignition timing for the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.6?

Basic ignition timing for the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.6 (1990–1993) is 7°±1° BTDC at 900 rpm.

What battery does the Alfa Romeo Spider 1.6 use?

The Alfa Romeo Spider 1.6 (1990–1993) uses a 12 V, 50 Ah battery (reserve capacity 80 minutes).