Car appreciation... the aesthetics, the engineering, etc

I do not disagree with this statement. Next best fun I had in a small FWD was a 205 GTi. The alfasud though, something about the flat 4 sound and vibrations mixed with that chassis.... felt like the car was dancing.

Not sure about the sprint though, that felt awkward in comparison. Was not as well sorted.

Peugeots of 20yrs ago had FWD handling down to a tee.
The 306, although a little fat was very lively and fun while still being comfortable.