Photo: Michel Deslauriers
Mazda MX-5 Miata
Leaving such a remarkable little sports car off this list would’ve been unthinkable. The MX-5 Miata was introduced as a 1990 model, and quickly won the hearts of enthusiasts with its British roadster styling, its peppy 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine (116 horsepower) and its affordable price. The 1994 model year introduced a 1.8-litre four with 128 horsepower, which made it even better. The Miata was light, it was nimble, it was simple and it was fun. And still is. Come to think of it, it’s the only model in this list that is still on the market today.