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The history of the hot hatch began way back in 1977 with VW's Golf GTI.
It may have only had 110bhp, but with just 810kg to haul around the GTI began a tradition of fun cars with fine handling - and look where we are today...
The MiTo could well be the Alfasud for the 21st Century.
The chassis is pinched from Fiat's Grande Punto, but the 180bhp, turbo-charged motor promises to deliver the thrills Alfa fans demand.
And if that doesn't light your fire Alfa say they have plans to wring up to 230bhp from the 1.8-litre lump.
The MiTo will make its official debut at the Paris Show in the autumn, and hit UK showrooms early 2009 with prices starting at £10,500.
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