Peugeot managed to squeeze a full 1.6 litres ... Worth a mention is the 106 Rallye. Other than being a 106 it's not really related to the GTi, but you might consider one as an alternative.
The Peugeot 106 Rallye started life in 1994 as a stripped-out 106 GTi with neo-rally leanings, a screaming 1.3-litre motor, cheap go-faster stripes (natch) and, best of all, naked, lightweight ...
Pilotes de rallye automobile, les Ploubezriens Gaïdig, Steven et Erwan Le Saint présenteront au public leur voiture de course, une 106 Peugeot phase 2, sur le parking de l’Intermarché, ...