History 1960s

1964 Rallye dei Fiori

Overview

In its fourth edition, the 1964 Rallye dei Fiori showcased Italy’s spring landscapes as competitors navigated the hills and coastal roads around Sanremo. Part gravel, part tarmac, the event demanded precise handling and tire management across varied surfaces.

Event Name: 1964 Rallye dei Fiori

Date: February 27 – March 1, 1964

Start/Finish Location: Sanremo, Italy

Total Distance: Approximately 1,000 kilometers (74.4 km of special stages)

Participating Teams: Over 80 crews


Route

Sanremo to Ospedaletti: Fast tarmac sections hugging the Ligurian coast.
Mona–Castelvittorio: Gravel climbs through narrow mountain passes.
Vittorio Veneto Sprints: Mixed-surface tests with rapid directional changes.

The course blended coastal drives with Alpine foothills:

Competitors had to balance speed with mechanical sympathy on each stage.


🏆 Results

Overall Winner
Erik Carlsson · Saab 96 Sport
2nd Place
Gunnar Palm · Saab 96 Sport
3rd Place
Tony Ambrosini · Lancia Appia HF

Carlsson’s smooth driving and Saab’s reliability secured the top two spots among a competitive field.

Navigation & Challenges

Complex pace notes and shifting surfaces tested crews throughout:

  • Variable Surfaces: Abrupt transitions between asphalt and gravel sections required constant adaptation.
  • Narrow Mountain Roads: Limited sightlines increased the risk of off-road excursions.
  • Meteorological Shifts: Sudden spring showers turned gravel stages slippery and unpredictable.

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