Bloody hell, that Miata sounds like a 1960s F1 car. Probably goes like a 1960s F1 car, too, given how little the NA Miata weighed, combined with how much power that Honda powerplant is making.

Faster than a McLaren F1, it weighs as little as a first-generation Mazda MX-5 Miata. Sadly, only one road car survives. This is the story of Speed 12, the car that was too powerful for the road.

I’m no Lightning Lapper, but in the handful of times I’ve driven on a racetrack, one car has stood out: the ND Mazda Miata. Sure, with 181 hp, it’s certainly not the fastest way around a track.

Balanced handling, sharp and direct steering, and a very playful chassis make Porsche's mid-engine cars the top pick among driving enthusiasts. A four-cylinder MX-5 Miata is great for having fun ...