Top 10 Cars of the 2011 LA Auto Show

4. Fiat 500 Abarth

At number four on our Top 10 list, the Fiat 500 Abarth is one of several high-performance enthusiast cars that debuted at the LA Auto Show. An over 50 percent jump in power from the standard car, the Abarth model is targeting the testosterone demographic with a turbocharged version of the 1.4-liter 4-cylinder that makes 160-hp and 170 lb-ft of torque.

More than just a high-output engine, the Abarth model is a complete package, with stiffer adjustable Koni shocks, a lowered ride height, larger brakes and big 16-inch or optional 17-inch wheels. Outside it gets a custom aero kit with a dual exhaust setup, while the inside gets custom seats, a flat bottom steering wheel and a turbo boost gauge with a shift light to tell you exactly when to shift the 5-speed manual transmission.

GALLERY: 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth