Which would you buy, MX5 NB or Toyota Celica 7th Gen?

As a big fan of the Miata (MX-5), there's no contest for me. The handling is far better in the MX5 due to its lower weight and rear wheel drive. If outright speed is what matters, then the NB MX-5 can have the Celica GT-S covered there as well, with the Mazdaspeed MX-5. Turbocharged 1.8L making about the same HP and more torque.