Engine swop

[TommyP]

Hi all, I've just bought a Caterham. It's the third one Ive had and it's the slowest, being the 1.6 Vauxhall VX. The other two I owned were 1700 crossflows which had been tuned up (the last one was up to 165bhp). So at 105bhp this Caterham feels slow.
I'm initially looking for a cheap and easy way to get a bit more power and thought that the simplest way would be to drop another engine in there, such as a 2.0L vauxhall unit.
So I'm looking for a bit of advice. Will a 2.0L Vauxhall engine drop in without any other modifications. Are the engine mounts the same and will it mate up to the five speed ford box.
I'm guessing also that I will need to swop the ECU.
Alternatively. could I drop a Zetec in there with out too much expense or trouble.
I do have access to welding equipment and metal fabrication.
Any advice or recommendations would be welcome.
Cheers

[TommyP]

Thanks for the info. Especially about the old (1998) VX as this one has only done a genuine 5200 miles.

[TommyP]

Actually I think I bought the wrong Caterham for me. It's a delightful little car and is in fantastic condition, but my previous Caterham's and other Marques, have all been more track based.
So I've decided to sell it and look for a more track-based animal.
It would actually be a shame to mess about with such a fine original example.
So if anyone knows of anyone or is interested in an excellent example take a look here on Pistonheads.
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1402783.htm
Cheers

[TommyP]

Hi Yellow 7
I would need to sell this Caterham first or look at some kind of deal.#
Have you any images or more info.
cheers
Tom