“The Mazda MX-5, also known as Miata in North America and Roadster in Japan, is a two-seater roadster built by Mazda in Hiroshima, Japan. The model was introduced in 1989 and continues to be a best selling convertible.” (Wikipedia)

MX-5 was left to be what it was from the beginning, expressing the revival of the classic roadster with modern means. So it has two narrow places, thin roof, rigid drive-train, better handle, round instruments and a great gear lever. Even the 1.6-liter engine is sufficient for normal needs. It is quiet and has a satisfactory tensile strength. If you change often the speed, you can get good values of acceleration. Fuel consumption of 8.7 liters remains within acceptable limits. To be complete we need to mention the following disadvantages of MX-5: the space for mineral water, which is only in the right front seat of passenger and the limited space for travel luggage that should not more than one bag.

The basic task of a sports car like Miata is to obtain smiles on the faces of people. In spite of everything, a roadster is as much about transportation for the spirit as it is about only getting you from one place to another. Miata have the essential qualities that divide sporting machinery from the rest of the herd. It is described with such characteristics as agility and affordability and when we talk about a sports car, it’s a combination that’s hard to beat. Read the rest of this entry »