On twisty roads, is the Cup thoroughbred hot hatch. There are uncompromising, race-inspired precision to it. Body roll is virtually eliminated and there is no mass clutch, which makes it very encouraging to drive at the limit. It turns too quickly, but a little artificial assistance, not as pure as other, more communicative rivals.

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Despite the fact that there are huge differences between this and standard 197 chassis, or does he feel more finely honed, and grip levels even higher. Firmer damping has not affected travel, though: he was still harsh and jittery around the city on the highway. 2.0-litre engine remains inflexible, too: you have to work hard. But the racy nature exciting as howling, buzzing engine note all the way to 7500rpm redline.