
Duratec-Powered MGA Roadster
by Christopher Christopher
Published in engineswapdepot.com
Frontline Cars built this MG MGA roadster at their company in the UK. The small engine bay surrounds a naturally aspirated 2.0 L Duratec inline-four making 225 hp (165 kW) and 241 Nm (177 lb-ft) of torque. It is paired to a Mazda five-speed manual transmission sending power to a Quaife limited-slip differential with upgraded axles. The roadster rides on a double-wishbone front suspension and 5-link rear suspension with Frontline Cars’ shocks. The braking system uses four-piston calipers with 273 mm rotors in front and two-piston calipers with 265 mm rotors in back. Frontline Cars reports the 815 kg (1796 lb) car can reach 0-60 mph in 4.8 sec.
Source: Frontline Cars