Seems the nature of modern cars, the only thing that breaks the mould is the new ish gt86, even mx5's are bulking up in the weight department compared to what they used to be!
Big fat comfy electric seats, airbags, big brakes & wheels, solid build added to the overall size all contributes
Just try lifting your bootlid if your gas shocks go
Think I'll stop going to the gym if the shocks go, and just pump iron on the Zed lol