Event Name: 1971 Acropolis Rally
Date: May 23–27, 1971
Host Country: Greece
Surface: Gravel
Total Distance: ~565 km
Total Starters: 76 crews
Total Finishers: 24 crews
The 1971 Acropolis Rally remained one of the roughest events on the calendar, set against the blistering heat and rocky roads of mainland Greece. Known for mechanical attrition and extreme driving demands, the event pushed both man and machine beyond the limits of typical European rallies.
The route looped around Athens and through central Greece, including mountainous terrain, dry riverbeds, and remote plateaus.
Overheating, suspension failure, and tire punctures were commonplace, making finishing a notable achievement on its own.
Andersson’s ability to maintain pace over punishing terrain and Stone’s flawless co-driving ensured a dominant result for Alpine, with a 1–2 finish reinforcing their growing versatility.
The 1971 Acropolis Rally proved that Alpine’s A110 could not only dance through tarmac but also survive one of the toughest gravel gauntlets in rally history.
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