<<<<<The bottom end will be based on a 1.8L 16V block, as shorter-throw
engines
spin up faster, allowing the turbo to spool faster>>>>
Actually, I would stick with the long-rod setup because a longer rod gives
better torque, plus the extra displacement couldnt hurt. As far as
spooling quickly, gain back anything lost with the longer rods by
lightening componets...( flywheel, internals, and my personal favorite -
power pullys...)
I agree with the smaller motor. Lightening 2.0 components will not make up
for lightened 1.8. Turbo lag would be damn near non exsistant. I do
believe that there is more power to be had from spooling the turbo faster
then the added 5 or 10 ft/lb of torque gained from .2 liters. Shorter
strokes are also lees prone to detonation and can possibly run more boost.
Marshall
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