s0n1cm0nk3y
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- '03 Protege
first of all, I am not looking to start a flame war, so all those who start arguements on this thread, please, just get a life.
okay, basically I have fallen in love with my miata, but I also realize there is a need for more power. I rode passenger in a supercharged miata at an scca race and I must admit, i was astounded. Such a little car going that quick was interesting. Ive been a ~400whp gsx eclipse, but I can't recall having nearly the thrill that I did in that little miata.
With that in mind, I draw my attention to a supercharged setup in regards to personal experience. I know the drawbacks and the worries of parasitic loss. The power on tap was enough to overthrow those worries. Also this car is my daily driver, so being in CO, i need something that will not fudge me over in the snow (im looking to push lower 200's to the wheels).
With the snow in mind, I realize the drawback to the turbocharged setup. Yes power is there, and that roller coaster launch feeling is by all means thrilling, but I fear the sudden torque might screw me over in the snow.
What do you guys think? Response from those with FI setups and living in snowy climates (to which they drive in) are a definite plus.
Also for those with turbo miatas and the 1.8 engine, when do you start to spool and when do you hit full boost?
okay, basically I have fallen in love with my miata, but I also realize there is a need for more power. I rode passenger in a supercharged miata at an scca race and I must admit, i was astounded. Such a little car going that quick was interesting. Ive been a ~400whp gsx eclipse, but I can't recall having nearly the thrill that I did in that little miata.
With that in mind, I draw my attention to a supercharged setup in regards to personal experience. I know the drawbacks and the worries of parasitic loss. The power on tap was enough to overthrow those worries. Also this car is my daily driver, so being in CO, i need something that will not fudge me over in the snow (im looking to push lower 200's to the wheels).
With the snow in mind, I realize the drawback to the turbocharged setup. Yes power is there, and that roller coaster launch feeling is by all means thrilling, but I fear the sudden torque might screw me over in the snow.
What do you guys think? Response from those with FI setups and living in snowy climates (to which they drive in) are a definite plus.
Also for those with turbo miatas and the 1.8 engine, when do you start to spool and when do you hit full boost?