F Series
We are stepping outside of the box here at the halfway point of our Top 10 Best Honda engine swaps list, with the F20 S2000 Honda swap. Available from 1999-2005 the S2000 is a track ready roadster powered by the 2.0 liter F20C as well as the 2.2 liter in the F22C.
Yes, we realize this is a rear wheel drive layout, but that’s not stopping people from converting their Integra or Civic to rear wheel drive. Of course this countdown is for Honda engine swaps only, which also makes the F20C or F22C perfect for other rear wheel drive chassis.
Why the F20 S2000 Swap works – Technologically superior and one of the best power to displacement ratios, the S2000 Honda swap is high revving track engine that’s got lots of potential. The F20 S2000 Swap engines also boast an impressive 162lb-ft of torque.
Why the F20 S2000 Swap doesn’t work
There’s quite a few reasons why the S2000 swap isn’t the best, but as far as the unique factor goes, it’s off the charts. Here’s a few bullet points on why the F20C or F22C S2000 Honda swap may not be the one you want to go with.
Rear Wheel Drive? - Pretty obvious isn’t it? You’ll need rear subframe work along with locating and installing a rear end. Your shifter linkage will need to be reworked, as the newly added driveshaft is sure to complicate matters.
Cost – It’s not cheap and the fact you’ll be converting to rear wheel drive doesn’t help matters. Want to know how much more it will cost than a normal Honda engine swap? Factor your new subframe, new rear end, new axles and driveshaft, and the labor for all this stuff.
Add to the cost of your S2000 Honda swap, and you’ll get close to the final tally.