I had J reg hatchback in white for a couple of years in my early 20's. Got a lot of snarky comments about old mans car and that, but I loved it. Went sideways just lovely when using the first gear only. Drifting wasn't an issue either. I remember coming back from Birmingham after picking up some family at the airport. Fully loaded boot, 5 up with the arse on the deck. Had a play with a saxo, vts or vtr I do not remember, but we gave it a welly full and as it showed 120 on the speedo he ran out of steam. We carried on to an indicated 145. Indicated remember. Either way, it was effortless and comfortable. But I bet it was some sight coming past other traffic. Not bad for £700.
