One critical area where the Prodrive will differ from the Ford and Lancias is that the P2 is not a homologation vehicle. The
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| Code-named P2, it is a two-door, hardtop performance machine constructed from Impreza WRX STi hardware. (Photo: Prodrive) |
Stratos, 037 and the RS200 were essentially road-going racecars, complete with radically modified structures, race-grade engines and transmissions and as a result, they were as expensive as the real race cars. Because the P2 is being developed with readily available components which are already featured in a mass-produced vehicle, the P2 would not only have a reasonable price tag that's estimated to be £40,000 (equivalent to $74,000 USD, $90,000 CAD, though £40k is Boxster/Z4/SLK money, making a more reasonable conversion $50,000 USD/$70,000 CAD), but could be driven every day and serviced with ease.
The most astonishing thing about the P2 is its size. The vehicle is far smaller than any other supercar we've seen in modern times, and it's comparable in length to most B-Segment vehicles, such as the Chevy Aveo hatchback, or Toyota Echo hatchback at just a little under four metres (around 157.5 in.) long. This tiny machine also has a target weight of around 1000 kg (2200 lbs), which makes it incredibly light as well. From the sketches, the P2 follows all the typical supercar layout traits, including a stretched wheelbase with short overhangs, a wide track, and a low centre of gravity.
Autocar magazine reports that the P2 will carry a hefty number of Subaru's own components, revised to work in a mid-engined
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| The P2 will be powered by the Japanese version of the STi's engine - namely, the 2.0 litre horizontally opposed 'boxer' turbo four. (Photo: Prodrive) |
layout. The P2 will be powered by the Japanese version of the STI's engine - namely, the 2.0 litre horizontally opposed 'boxer' turbo four, but modified to include Prodrive's new anti-lag turbo system. The expected output is in excess of 300 horsepower, and close to 300 lb-ft of torque. The engine will most likely be mated to the STi's six-speed manual gearbox. Other Subaru-sourced parts include the majority of the symmetrical all wheel drive system (differentials, torque splitters, etc.) as well as the suspension, steering components and brakes.
