1750 engine in a Spider

[phanson]

Don't suppose anyone knows if a 1750 engine fits in a Spider? As fitted to the Alfa 4C etc
227bhp as standard sounds like a good start?

[Geoffxb]

why would you want to change the engine

[phanson]

Simple - more reliable power without ruining the balance and handling.
The 1.4 can deliver 200'ish bhp, more than that requires bigger turbos etc - basically taking the engine beyond it's design parameters.
The 1750 is a lightweight engine from the same stable, so relatively easy to integrate the electronics, with a number of mechanical similarities etc
 It starts at 227bhp, so will be more reliable, more powerful and easier to tune if more power is still wanted.

[Geoffxb]

I know what you mean but im running just over 200 had a map on a dyno the problem will be the insurance but please keep me updated