Mazda MX-5 I (NA) 1.6 (115 Hp)

Mazda MX-5:

The Mazda MX-5 is a lightweight two-seat sports car manufactured and marketed by Mazda. In Japan, it is marketed as the Mazda Roadster or, previously, as the Eunos Roadster. In the United States it is sold as the Mazda Miata , and it was formerly marketed under the same name in Canada. The name miata derives from Old High German for "reward".
Produced at Mazda's Hiroshima plant, the MX-5 debuted in 1989 at the Chicago Auto Show. It was created under the design credo Jinba ittai, meaning "unity of horse and rider". Noted for its small, light, balanced and minimalist design, the MX-5 has often been described as a successor to the 1950s and 1960s Italian and British roadsters, with the Lotus Elan serving as a design benchmark....(Read more on Wikipedia)

I (NA) Overview:

Mazda MX-5 (I (NA)). With 135 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.6 l/100km). Weighing only 955 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.7 s). The top speed reaches 185 km/h. A two-seater convertible designed for open-top driving pleasure. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

• Efficiency-focused engine (115 hp), ideal for city commuting.
• Respectable acceleration of 8.7 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
• Balanced fuel consumption of 7.8 L/100 km for its class.
• Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
• Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.

Cons:

• Compact cargo space (135 L); may require careful packing.
• Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.

Specifications:

General:
Brand:	Mazda
Model:	MX-5
Generation:	I (NA)
Modification (Engine):	1.6 (115 Hp)
Start of production:	1990
End of production:	1994
Powertrain Architecture:	Internal Combustion engine
Body type:	Roadster
Seats:	2
Doors:	2

Engine:
Power:	115 Hp @ 6500 rpm.
Power per litre:	72 Hp/l
Torque:	135 Nm @ 5500 rpm.
Engine displacement:	1598
Number of cylinders:	4
Engine configuration:	Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:	4
Fuel injection system:	Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:	Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:	DOHC
Engine layout:	Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:	78 mm mm
Piston Stroke:	83.6 mm mm
Compression ratio:	9.4:1

Performance:
Fuel Type:	Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:	9.6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:	6.1 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:	7.8 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:	8.7 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:	8.7 sec
Maximum speed:	185 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:	8.3 kg/Hp, 120.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:	7.1 kg/Nm, 141.4 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:	8.3 sec

Space:
Kerb Weight:	955
Max. weight:	1190
Max load:	235
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:	135 l
Fuel tank capacity:	48 l

Size:
Length:	3975 mm mm
Width:	1675 mm mm
Height:	1230 mm mm
Wheelbase:	2265 mm mm
Front track:	1410 mm
Rear (Back) track:	1430 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):	9.7 m

Powertrain:
Drivetrain Architecture	The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel	Rear wheel drive
Number of gears	5
Transmission type	Manual
Front brakes	Ventilated discs
Rear brakes	Disc
Assisting systems	ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering type	Steering rack and pinion
Power steering	Hydraulic Steering
Tires size	185/60 R14 82 H
Wheel rims size	5.5J x 14 ET 40
Front suspension	Double wishbone
Rear suspension	Double wishbone