Compression vs boost question

Well....

In my opinion... Just get a low buck runner. The Idea is not to spend much on something you plan to replace...

The less you spend on this engine the more you will have for your build...

Really the best advice from my years of playing with cars is to get your self a driver. The down time of your project wouldn't matter then...

A Miata is fun and gets 30+mpg... you can get an early 90s for as low as $2000... Or go get a 90s Honda or even a 90s Toyota 2 wheel drive truck... The Toyota 4 bangers run forever and are good for running parts around.