[pfoe]

hey dudes, as the title suggests. just wondering if anyone knows if its possible/has to put a fiat punto gt engine in a 1.4 fiat bravo. wanna make my bravo that little bit more different.... ta all for any advice

[custard]

yes its possible.if its the same N/A version of the 1.4 then it would drop in easily.
however you may need to do some new wiring.
brakes are an easy upgrade as you can rob from the higher spec 20v models.
suspension will need updgraded and a cistom exhaust will be needed to some greater or lesser degree.
biggest problem is how much mr insurance is going to want for all this.
also wouldnt it be easier to buy a 2.0l 20v model and mod that?

[pfoe]

thanx dude, yes it probably would be easier but this is my project car, i got the time and the money so thought why not!lol! i dont suppose u know much about the difference in engine mounts etc? it would be a lovely mod to do but until i get more info is just a dream. any more info much appreciated!!

[custard]

you need to find out what the gt 1.4 is based on.if its your engine then it should drop in.
personally i would always recommend getting the highest spec model in the range and using that for a base.
if oyu want oomph then get a 2 litre 20v car and drop the coupe 20v turbo engine in

[pfoe]

yeah thought about that, however the insurance on the 1.4 is going to hurt me enough. ill have to see how the post progresses for the mount info cos for all my trying im none the wiser however i think someone round here will be up2 the job!!!

[custard]

i will 99% guarantee that a 2.0L 20v in standard guise will be much less to insure than your 1.4 turbo.
more horses as standard plus you dont have to do anything

[jug]

the cheapest option would be a bravo hgt, cheapest to buy and insure, and faster than a 1.4turbo.

[pfoe]

ok cheers guys i can imagine u right with the insurance bit so ill have to have serious think bout it! if u can in mean time suggest any info on engine mount comparisions id still like to know as will influence my decision. ta guys u been mahuuusive help

[jug]

need to compare engine codes, if both engines are same family it will be same mounts, if not you'll have to fabricate them

[pfoe]

hmm where would i get engine codes. sorry for being dumb

[jug]

the vin plate in the engine bay is usually a good place to start. i'm not sure how the fiat engine system works or what the family codes are. if we were talking fords i could tell you straight away which engines and gearboxes can be mated to which chassis, but im new to fiats so maybe someone else knows more? sorry