9. FTO GPX (JTCC Challenger)
The Mitsubishi FTO GPX, introduced in 1994, was a front-wheel-drive coupe that defied expectations in the Japanese Touring Car Championship (JTCC). Equipped with a 2.0-liter V6 engine producing 197 horsepower, it showcased impressive performance on the track. The FTO GPX’s success in the JTCC highlighted Mitsubishi’s engineering prowess and their ability to challenge established norms in motorsport. (en.wikipedia.org)