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This aspect of the MX-5 is particularly evident with the 1.6-liter inline-4 first generation that looked so small and had no power (116 horsepower) to boast of as the pantheon of convertible roadsters. Even so, the 1st-gen Miata was an amazing car despite its shortcomings in terms of size and power output.
Here’s the thing about the broomstick test: Depending on your sanctioning body, your head may not simply need to fall below that broom-handle line. Many event organizers want to see your helmet Toyota MR2, Generations 1, 2 and 3. Three strikes and you're out. Toyota tried hard with three very different cars, all mid-engine. The first MR2 was a tiny two-seater, and it did and does have