18. Mazda Familia Rotary (R100)
The Mazda Familia Rotary (R100) introduced rotary power to the compact sedan market in the late 1960s.
This nimble little car helped Mazda expand into global export markets and surprised rivals with its lively performance.
The R100 even made appearances in rally and endurance racing, proving that rotary engines could be competitive in smaller, more affordable cars.
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