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Old 01-15-2010, 11:30 PM   #42 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Frank Lee View Post
Well, it would work, the question is would you like it? Cuz it's the torque values we should be comparing, I think. I think it would work but you may find yourself using higher rpms through the gears to get going. Eh, maybe, maybe not.

I recall back in the day we discussed these cars; I like the Speedster kits and you like the 550s, but given the chance I'd be happy with either!
Ok. You see, you know what you're talking about in terms of the engine. I wasn't thinking of that, I was simply thinking power to weight ratio. Come to think of it, I think you are describing a Honda Beat :
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64 PS (63 bhp) at 8100 rpm with a top speed of 135 km/h (84mph).
Except, instead of a 656 cc 3-banger, it's a 250 cc 1-banger, !


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