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Originally Posted by SUB-FT86
The thing I never understood is why Mazda just don't make a high revving(100hp/L) version of the current engine in the Mx5 with suspension tweaks(lot less roll) for 30k base. That car would be a S2000 since it would be about 500+ lbs lighter with 40hp less for $30,000
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David Coleman (Mazda US engineer chief) actually talked about these points in recent interviews. I'm paraphrasing here, but he said the reason they don't stiffen the Miata's suspension is: 1) US roads are really bumpy, and 2) the Miata is a convertible and would suffer from stiffer suspension. The reason they didn't shoot for 100 hp/L is they weren't willing to sacrifice midrange torque.
http://www.roadandtrack.com/car-cult...at-sports-car/
[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mINzvEAQAnE"]2016 Mazda MX-5 Interview with Dave Coleman - YouTube[/ame]