Okay this is what I am thinking. I am trying to be realistic and somewhat economical here. I got this car for "free" :woot2: and it is in a million pieces. <_< I want more power but would like to maintain the classic "sports car" virtues of light weight and handling. I have looked at Eco motors and can get one for $650 or less(will need wiring harness and ECU or Aftermarket standalone). I believe it will bolt up to a F-body 60º V6 trany which I can get for $450 or so(could really use confirmation on this if anyone can help). I have not decided on Manual or Auto. I don't know how it could have an automatic and maintain "sports car" feel but it would be easier to install and the Wifey could drive it more easily. Anyway, this is my line of thought.
I have tossed around a lot of options and feel that this makes the most sense. A big honking V8 would be fun at the drags but that is not what I want to do with this.
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- Lotus Elise(U.S.)..2000lbs...1.8L Toyota(Yamaha) GTS motor with Lotus tuning 190HP/133TQ. Supposedly 0-60 in 4.9 and 0-120 in 12.3, quarter in ~13.0 to 13.5?(6spd manual) This sounds like fun.
- '78 Triumph Spitfire...<1800lbs (stock with 1500 iron block/head 4cyl)...2.2L Eco. 140HP/150TQ stock, maybe 150/160 after swap and with better exhaust, intake and maybe some tuning. Turbocharged with a realitively conservitive amount of boost, 6-8psi, 150/160 plus 35-55% more power.. .. 202/216 - 232/248(completely estimates). Don't know which trany yet. This could be awesome.
I have tossed around a lot of options and feel that this makes the most sense. A big honking V8 would be fun at the drags but that is not what I want to do with this.





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Any thoughts?