Fiat 124 Spider

There's a lot to like about the 124 Spider. You would expect that. After all, you can't go too far wrong if you base a product on a market-leading alternative, in this case Mazda's MX-5. Given that, Fiat has done a good job here to give its derivation of this design its own distinctive appeal. A lot of UK enthusiasts have been long waiting for an affordable Italian roadster of this sort and they won't be disappointed with what's been delivered here. Are there issues? Well, we're not sure that the turbocharged 1.4-litre Fiat engine used is quite as characterful as the normally aspirated powerplants that Mazda uses: it's certainly not as efficient. That apart though, we'd recommend you try this Latin contender if you're in the market for an affordable roadster. It's a welcome addition to the brand's line-up.