Seeking advice / opinions on engine . 1.8 ->? Options

[bob's project]

Hello All,


I am soliciting opinions on what route I should take this with a project.


I have an all original 74 1.8l car. I had the opportunity last night or purchase a 1974 2.0l engine out of a car including all the injection, harness, ECU....


I now have many interesting options.


1) Convert my car to a stock 2.0l spec to the level it came that way from the factory. (Would this add value to my car?)
2) Upgrade my long block and run the original L-jet. (This is the discreet performance option)
3) Upgrade the 2.0 to something beyond original spec. (This could be really fun?)


I am trying to navigate these these thoughts simultaneously?


1) I usually am always committed to keeping things 100% stock but a bit more HP over the 1.8 would be nice. Is 15hp enough?
2) If I am rebuilding an engine entirely is there a recipe for the defacto fun engine that is reliable and good performing?
3) I absolutely will run L or D jet.


If anyone is willing to share their thoughts I would appreciate it. I am looking forward to the discussion and planning this next winter's project. I have never looked forward to cold, wet, dark west coast winters but this coming one will be fun.


Thanks in advance!