python footprint for embedded system

[Feiyi Wang]

hi, 

I want to make an argument (convince or be convinced) that if python can
run on their embedded system. Being very new with embeded environment,
please enlighten me anyway you can.

What I know is they have a embeded OS (linux kernel 2.4 based) ready with
16M flash memory. My questions are:

- how big is python core's footprint? 

- what are the other limiting factors of get python running smoothly?

- any examples/experience to share?

thanks

-Feiyi