How will converting my car
to LPG affect my engine and the car’s
performance?
 The
performance and operational characteristics of
autogas vehicles compare very favourably with
other alternative automobile fuels.
LPG has a higher octane
rating than petrol so converted spark-ignition
engines tend to run more smoothly. This reduces
engine wear and maintenance requirements,
including less frequent spark plug and oil
changes.
Autogas exhibits less soot formation than both
petrol and diesel, reducing abrasion and
chemical degradation of the engine oil.
In addition, autogas does
not dilute the lubricating film on the cylinder
wall, which is a particular problem with petrol
engines in cold starts.
The higher octane of LPG also allows higher
compression ratio, which can deliver increased
engine-power output and better thermal
efficiency, thus reducing fuel consumption and
emissions. With the latest generation of Autogas-fuel
systems, acceleration and top speed are
comparable to petrol or diesel. |
