1996 Formula Mazda

This '96 Formula Mazda races nostalgia into the modern day with its sporty yet vintage demeanor. As a historic model from 1996, it bears the distinction of being an original first-generation Miata-based car, a feat made possible by the engineering prowess of Mazda's Zoom-Zoom spirit coupled with Formula D's racy aspirations. At just over 2 metres in length and donning a sleek roadster body style, this diminutive speedster exudes agility that might have once been felt on the winding roads of Japan or perhaps even on the grueling tracks of Le Mans. Its 1.8 litres inline four-cylinder engine, tucked neatly under the hood, breathes life into its aluminum and fiberglass body while generating roughly 95 horsepower - enough to push this little racer's boundaries but not yet into raw, uncontrolable power. With a manual five-speed transmission handling gear shifts and all-independent suspension taking on turns, driving this car must have been an enthralling blend of old-school simplicity and modern precision.

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