In a press release, the roadster for Mazda and Alfa Romeo cars will be based on the MX-5 rear wheel.
Mazda and Alfa Romeo variant will each use a unique machine in accordance with the brand. This roadster production will be performed at the Mazda plant in Hiroshima Japan in 2015.
"Establishing alliances in product development and technology is one of Mazda's goal. And with the announcement of Fiat Mazda is an important step to achieve that goal," said Mazda President and CEO Takashi Yamanouchi.
Fiat CEO Sergio Marchionne said the partnership demonstrates the commitment Alfa Rome to thrive in global markets.
"By partnering with Mazda, we will work closely with leaders in the field of rear-wheel drive vehicle architecture to produce an attractive and stylish roadster according to the tradition of Alfa Romeo," Marchionne said.
Fiat, was quoted by Reuters, had long been looking for automotive partners after taking over Chrysler. Fiat wanted a partner that is a manufacturer of Asia. It is necessary to achieve their global sales target of 6 million in 2014.
