History 1990s

1991 Acropolis Rally (Greece)

Overview Route Results Cars Challenges

Overview

Event Name: 1991 Acropolis Rally (Greece)

Date: June 2–5, 1991

Start Location: Athens, Greece

Finish Location: Delphi, Greece

Total Distance: 575.00 km of special stages

Surface: Gravel

The 1991 Acropolis Rally delivered its signature blend of rocky tracks, scorching temperatures, and relentless punishment to man and machine. Juha Kankkunen and Juha Piironen maintained a steady, controlled pace throughout the event, avoiding trouble while others succumbed to the terrain. Their consistency, combined with the rugged Lancia Delta Integrale 16V, proved unbeatable across the ancient roads of central Greece.

Route

Parnassos Range: Narrow, winding paths with sharp elevation changes and cliffside exposure.
Kaloskopi and Bauxites stages: Long endurance loops where dust hung thick in the air and tires wore quickly.
Livadia and Elatia: Fast and flowing but lined with suspension-killing rocks—punctures were a near-certainty.

The rally wound through mountainous and arid regions north of Athens, challenging drivers with jagged rocks, dust clouds, and unpredictable surfaces:

The dry weather created constant visibility issues, while loose rocks destroyed many undertrays and radiators—making survival as important as speed.

🏆 Results

Overall Winner
Juha Kankkunen & Juha Piironen · Lancia Delta Integrale 16V
2nd Place
Carlos Sainz & Luis Moya · Toyota Celica GT-Four ST165
3rd Place
Didier Auriol & Bernard Occelli · Lancia Delta Integrale 16V

Kankkunen’s win was built on experience, patience, and resilience—letting others fall away while he pressed on with ruthless efficiency.

Navigation & Challenges

  • Rocks and Punctures: Drivers had to thread the needle through boulder fields—tire conservation and line choice were crucial.
  • Heat and Reliability: Temperatures over 40°C pushed cooling systems and drivers to their limits.
  • Dust Visibility: Following cars ran blind—Kankkunen benefited from clean air and rarely put a foot wrong.

The 1991 Acropolis Rally was less about flair and more about survival—Kankkunen’s victory was a masterclass in mechanical sympathy and tactical endurance.

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