Not tight at all .. the other part that has not been carried thru the years
is the cleat slot on the shoe.. the back plate of the pedal cage slips into the slot,
so the shoes don't slide all the way up till your toes hit the front..

Touring shoes replicated that somewhat with crossbar texture,
in the appropriate part of the sole..

Classic race shoes, the cleats were nailed on the leather shoe-sole.

if you feel a need to ride with your feet so firmly to the pedal
you are a customer for clipless shoes and pedals,

or at least 'power-grips' a wider diagonal strap, that being diagonal,
turning the foot loosens the grip on the shoe.