Hi Ben,
Most of the engines on the market at the moment should be OK. The current Briggs will work ok along with the Chonda's that are out there at a very competitive price. Don't get anything over the 5 HP mark as it will be overkill.
The only thing to wtch out for now is the PTO shaft size, many of them are 19mm and with that you'll require a 3/4 bore size clutch half as the one you currently have will be a 5/8 unit.
Cheers,
BB.