The third-year model of the second generation, the 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata is a beloved two-door, two-seat convertible sports car known worldwide for its nimble handling and light weight. Its rear-wheel-drive layout is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission, although a 4-speed automatic was also available. The single engine option—a 1.8L DOHC inline-four—produces 133 horsepower. Notable features of this model year include the addition of a limited-slip differential, larger brakes, and a sportier suspension with firmer springs and shocks for performance enthusiasts. With its driver-focused cockpit, the 1996 Miata doesn't offer much in the way of technological amenities, but it doesn't need to; the car's joy is in the drive itself.