3. Mazda RX-7 (First Generation SA/FB)
The first-generation Mazda RX-7, launched in 1978, set a new standard for affordable sports cars.
Its combination of a rev-happy rotary engine and a lightweight chassis made it exceptionally agile and fun to drive.
With sleek, timeless styling and a cockpit focused on the driver, the SA/FB RX-7 quickly gained a devoted following.
This model established the RX-7 as an icon and paved the way for future rotary sports cars.
Read more about the RX-7’s beginnings.