A sense of rawness, swollen arches and spoilers, and gobs of wheelspin - perhaps even a whistling turbo. Although the 1980s were considered the golden era of the hot hatch, they were massively appealing to youngsters during the 1990s who would often retrofit them with ludicrous bodykits or gargantuan exhausts.

These were cars that could tackle B-roads with ease and have more than enough power to make you grin like a Cheshire cat. No matter the reason for buying one, they still have a special place in our hearts and on our list. Here are some that we think you’ll like: