Enjoy the Mazda MX-5 at 8,500 rpm

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The small engine in the Mazda MX-5 has never been known for so much praise. He probably never deserved them, honestly. The truth is, the propellers weren’t the focus of the MX-5Small proportions, great demeanor and classic roadster aesthetics above all else.

independent butterflies

But we always thought that despite making very little power, the MX-5 NA’s 1.6 and 1.8-liter fours sounded good. They’re not the best in this aspect, but they sound a happy note. They have always been forgiven for this lack of performance They prove to be reliable and easy to repair, even by inexperienced mechanics. Plus, it’s tough enough to drop the rear end on rainy days or adjust the car’s stance with the throttle, as long as you keep the revs high.

Those who are looking for a solution to the power shortage of the Japanese sports car, perhaps we can direct you to the turbocharger range of Flyin Miyata. However, there is a solution that, while it doesn’t add much horsepower to the equation, does provide a delicious sound any owner will appreciate: Independent throttle bodies are the answer. This promotional video from Hummelink-modifications, a Dutch tuning company, shows exactly why.

You can play the video blindfolded and get the gist, but it helps that this one-minute peek is shot like a Michael Mann chase sequence. According to the specifications, this engine generates 174 horsepower from a 1.6-liter unit with a compression ratio of 11.3: 1. The intake horns are borrowed from the Toyota 4A-GE block (Another engine that doesn’t produce as much power, but has a stretch Delicious soundtrack), and connected to the Mazda powertrain via an adapter plate sold by Hummelink Modifications.

The best thing is to turn up the volume of the speakers, get comfortable and repeat the short but interesting video that this Dutch company posted on a loop. Long live the MX-5s!