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@ chrisl
That's all fine and dandy...but then you have the 3-5k rpm region where power output very noticeably DECREASES then goes back up to finally match the ~3krpm level again at ~5k rpm, that is not a torque curve you want. The torque amount @ a constant 2-3k rpm is fine, I like the torque level...its when you get on it like you mean it at say 2k rpm and you feel the power fluctuate as you go through the rpm range until at ~5k rpm it finally hits its stride and comes on strong the rest of the way up. Tell me how enjoyable the FRS is cornering hard at just under 4k rpm in 3rd gear.... It is much more enjoyable cornering at either just under 3k rpm in third or going down to 2nd and blazing in at near 5k rpm.
I'm comparing the FRS to my previous track setup car which had a really responsive 1.8L I4 motor (untouched stock motor with just custom intake and exhaust and lightweight racing flywheel) that doesn't even make near the power the FA20 does...what it did have was a nice linear power delivery, about 500lbs less weight, and instantaneous responsiveness to minute pressure on the throttle pedal. My '90 Integra RS with the B18A motor - I wish the FA20 had its power delivery curve....
The FA20 is a very nice smooth motor with nice torque down low, but it builds revs a little too slowly stock (especially between 3-5k rpm) - not synchronizing with the awesomeness of the 86 chassis.
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Had a '13 FR-S Asphalt 6spd manual (bought new 5/25/12, sold 6/10/20) but needed to let her go... she will be missed.
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