Project lightweight 914!, PO-MANS ELISE! Options

[Greg Bell]

Guys,

I have always been fascinated by lightweight cars (maybe because i am a fat ass). the lotus Elise (the original 96' one) is the standard of what i like. My 914 is my fun car, so it does not need to have any creature comforts other than a windshield, seat, floors and doors.

My question is, how fast would a 1800 pound 914 with a 115 hp type IV really be? Any ideas?

Plus, what would you guys recommend I do next. I have already stripped and boxed most of the interior, spare tire, tools, loose changes, etc. What should be next on the list. I'm thinking about a header system. I am also thinking about gutting the doors and replacing the bumpers with FG. Plus, I am going to remove the fogs and the center console. Keep in mind, I don't really want to "gut the car" until it is race-only. Think minimalist, not masochist.

[Andyrew]

220? freek! im 155!

thats why its so fast...

No replacement for displacement except forced induction.

thats my moto!

Oh ya, it will feel quick, but by no means fast. Just about 1/2 the cars on the road will be able to stomp you at the traffic light with 1800lbs and 115hp... And if they are new cars, 3/4 of the new cars on the market could smoke you like no tomorrow.

Sorry, did I make you feel small? (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/wavey.gif)

hehehe