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Capella
(RX-2/616)
The Capella (RX-2) was introduced in 1970 the year of Mazda's 50th anniversary. Mazda had high hopes that the Capella (RX-2) would become a core product and equipped it with a wide range of engines, including the 12A Rotary engine and a number of reciprocating engines. http://www.mazda.com/mazdaspirit/craftm ... r/p11.html http://www.mazda.com/mazdaspirit/rotary/
1971
Grand Familia
(808/818)
A high grade version of the popular family car that offered more performance, more equipment and a greater selection of interior colors.
1975
Roadpacer
This passenger car was developed in cooperation with Australia's GM Holden. The 13B rotary engine was fitted in the body of the Holden Premier. http://www.mazda.com/mazdaspirit/rotary/
1977
Familia AP
(GLC)
The fourth-generation Familia (GLC) was turned into a two-box style hatchback. It starred in a famous Japanese movie, "The Yellow Hankerchief of Happiness," as the main character's car. http://www.mazda.com/mazdaspirit/craftm ... r/p10.html
1977
Luce Legato
(929L)
This premium passenger car was developed to be high quality, distinguisted and stately. Legato is a musical term which means "play smoothly" in Italian. http://www.mazda.com/mazdaspirit/rotary/
1978
Bong Multi Wagon
The Bongo had small, double wheels on the rear axle. Their small size meant the wheel well protruded less far into the cabin, enabling a flat floor and increased user friendliness. http://www.mazda.com/mazdaspirit/craftm ... ar/p9.html
1980
Familia
(GLC/323)
The red Familia XG model became a huge hit among young people and contributed to the fifth generation Familia's iconic status as a symbol of the age. It won the inaugural Japan Car of the Year award. http://www.mazda.com/mazdaspirit/craftm ... r/p13.html