I have a set of General Altimax RT 155/70R13 75T on my punto.
Struggle to get any wheel spin with them on, very good grip
Noise levels are lower than a standard tyre and i've not yet found any quieter brands in this size.
I got them from Etyres fully fitted for £35 each (Mobile fitters)
They have covered about 7,000 miles now and have more than 3/4 thread left, so they last ok although other brands can last longer
Falken 452's get good comments and also heard good things about the Vredestein's.
I went from Michelins to Lassa Phenoma purely based on price, (They were pretty much half price) and I am really happy with them, good grip in both wet and dry.