Just throwing this out there . . . Toyota Gen 4 3SGTE is 390lbs and produces 260hp and 240 ft/lbs. They can quite easily make up to 330hp-350hp with only minor mods.
The Gen 4 is a popular swap to replace the Gen 2's in MR2's. Plus you could use the e153 transmission which already supports a mid engined transverse configuration, factory LSD, and is quite robust. . . .
The Gen 4 is a popular swap to replace the Gen 2's in MR2's. Plus you could use the e153 transmission which already supports a mid engined transverse configuration, factory LSD, and is quite robust. . . .