what the hell kinda forum is this? someone is arguing that a lancer is a better car than a miata? i don't see any spec lancer series...
FWD exists only because of easier packaging for manufacturers and dumb americans not knowing how to drive because they also try to eat, put on makeup , and talk on their cellphones at the same time. I drive a RWD car in the rain all the time and its fine if you're not an idiot.

AWD is overrated, think about it...the only time its an advantage is on corner exits, in daily driving having AWD only increases drivetrain losses. Just modulate the throttle and you won't need AWD in wet conditions.