difference in engines

[roche88]

im hearen a rumour that the mazda mx5 mk1 1.6 has the same engine as the 323 is this correct?or is there small difference between them?all replys welcome

[Steve]

It has the same block as the 323 turbo, but the pistons are higher compression & rods are lighter. </nerd>

[CashelMX5]

Only you would've had the answer to that one Steve - good on ya!

[roche88]

but say could u use the raidiator for mx5 off the 323?

[franksm]

Nope, the mountings are different what with the 323 being FWD etc

[roche88]

so is there a nother raidiator i could use?

[franksm]

doubt it, but check here: http://www.miata.net/garage/garageengine.html

and especially here: http://www.miata.net/garage/radiator/index.html