Mazda Miata MX-5 - Takes On the Competition (Head to Head S.) but does not cover MacPherson

but does not cover MacPherson strut-type front suspension found on 1302 and 1303 models

a four-wheeler with a twin-cylinder 500cc engine and bigger wheels

this guide covers pushrod operated valve engines

and Japanese bikes (the latter of which have previously gone largely ignored) in all four-stroke and classic two-stroke configurations

Year-by-year coverage of all production models

Mazda Miata MX-5 - Takes On the Competition (Head to Head S.) but does not cover MacPhersonCreating a sensation when announced in 1989 the MX 5 was more than a simple re creation, it was more of a re interpretation bringing the earlier concept of a two seater right up to date. Initially the only comparisons made were to older cars such as the MGB and it was some time before the likes of Honda, Fiat and BMW came along; now true comparisons could be made. These contemporary articles put the car into context and give a good balance of opinion.