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Originally Posted by Anaxilus
Why? The Formula Atlantic 4AGE 1.6L did 240hp NA decades ago. If they can get 100hp/L in theory, that means only 8psi to hit 240 from 160. A few of the Toyota 4AGs were modeled on the old Cosworth 1.6Ls. BMW made a boosted 1.5L dropping over 1,400hp.
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I get that they can, but how many 1.6L 240+hp boosted engines have been sold and warrantied direct from the manufacturer in a mass produced car?
I think I remember reading where it is possible to get 400hp from a 1.6L, but I good luck getting a company like Toyota giving you this with a 60-100K mile warranty?