History 1960s

1967 Rallye de Portugal

Overview Route Results Cars Challenges

Overview

Event Name: 1967 Rallye de Portugal (1º Rali Internacional TAP)

Date: October 5–8, 1967

Start/Finish Location: Estoril, Portugal

Total Distance: Approximately 3,000 kilometers

Participating Teams: Around 70 crews

The 1967 Rallye de Portugal, officially known as the 1º Rali Internacional TAP, was the inaugural edition of what would become one of Europe’s most prestigious rallies. Organized by the Automóvel Club de Portugal, the event tested crews over a demanding course of mixed surfaces, unpredictable autumn weather, and technical mountain and vineyard roads. The rally quickly gained international recognition for its difficulty and scenic routes.

Route

Douro Valley: Narrow, twisting vineyard paths required precise handling and stamina through extended stages.
Mountain Passes: Climbs through Serra da Estrela and other ranges pushed cooling systems and braking to their limits.
Urban Sections: Lisbon and Porto featured tight controls and added a layer of navigation complexity through historic streets.

The route spanned central and northern Portugal, mixing tarmac and gravel in rapid succession:

Crews had to manage surface transitions, weather variability, and long distances between services, all while maintaining rally pace across unfamiliar terrain.

🏆 Results

Overall Winner
José Carpinteiro Albino / António Silva Pereira · Renault 8 Gordini
2nd Place
António Peixinho / João Canas Mendes · Ford Lotus Cortina
3rd Place
Joseph Bourdon / Claude Bertrand · Renault 8 Gordini

The Portuguese pairing of Albino and Silva Pereira triumphed in their Renault 8 Gordini, demonstrating remarkable consistency and vehicle control. Local drivers capitalized on their road familiarity, but international competitors also gained attention with strong performances on the technical stages.

Navigation & Challenges

  • Mixed Surfaces: Sudden transitions from dry asphalt to muddy gravel demanded fast reflexes and careful throttle control.
  • Weather Fluctuations: Rainstorms in the hills turned predictable roads into slippery hazards within minutes.
  • Navigation: Long stages with minimal signposting placed additional stress on co-drivers to maintain accurate timing and positioning.

The 1967 Rallye de Portugal immediately established itself as a world-class event, with a winning formula of scenic roads, technical difficulty, and unpredictable elements that would define it for decades to come.

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