Mazda MX-5 Miata - NA - 1st Gen (1989 to 1997)

The first generation of the Mazda Miata, internally known as the NA, was inspired by classic roadsters such as the MGB, the Fiat 124 Spider, and the Lotus Elan. Indeed, Mazda engineers disassembled an Elan while designing the original Miata. The NA6 model is powered by a 1.6-liter twincam four producing 116hp. The NA8 generation of Miata is powered by a 1.8-liter four producing 128hp. Visually, the NA8 is scarcely distinguishable from the earlier NA6 save minor badge differences - the Miata script to the right of the rear license plate is painted red on the NA8, black on the NA6. The NA8 is fitted with airbags for both the driver and passenger, compared to just the driver in the NA6. The NA was succeeded by the MX-5 Miata NB for model year 1998.