History 1990s

1995 Rally Argentina (Argentina)

Overview Route Results Cars Challenges

Overview

Event Name: 1995 Rally Argentina (Argentina)

Date: July 26–29, 1995

Start Location: Córdoba, Argentina

Finish Location: Córdoba, Argentina

Total Distance: 648.51 km of special stages

Surface: Gravel

The 1995 Rally Argentina was a fiercely contested event, with Didier Auriol and co-driver Bernard Occelli mastering the gravel roads of Argentina’s mountainous landscape in their Toyota Celica GT-Four ST205. The rally’s challenging stages, which combined high-speed gravel sections and technical twists, put every driver to the test. Auriol’s consistent pace and expert handling allowed him to secure a well-earned victory, showcasing the strength of both driver and car in one of the toughest rallies of the season.

Route

Villa Carlos Paz: High-speed gravel roads with tight corners, requiring both speed and precision to navigate successfully.
La Cumbre: A more technical stage with uphill climbs, sharp hairpins, and rocky terrain, which tested suspension durability and car handling.
Santa Rosa: A final stage through dry, open terrain with a mixture of gravel and dust that required precise navigation and tire management.

The rally route spanned Argentina’s scenic but rugged terrain, featuring a mix of fast gravel stages and more technical, twisty sections:

The combination of high-speed and technical stages required competitors to find the right balance between aggressive pace and tire durability, especially on the gravel roads that could vary in quality as the rally progressed.

🏆 Results

Overall Winner
Didier Auriol & Bernard Occelli · Toyota Celica GT-Four ST205
2nd Place
Carlos Sainz & Luis Moya · Subaru Impreza 555
3rd Place
Colin McRae & Derek Ringer · Subaru Impreza 555

Auriol’s tactical tire choices and consistency through the event allowed him to finish ahead of Sainz and McRae, who both pushed hard but couldn’t match Auriol’s smooth performance over the various stages.

Navigation & Challenges

  • Gravel Roads: The rough gravel roads were challenging, requiring excellent tire management and the ability to adjust quickly to the varying conditions.
  • Suspension Strain: The rocky sections of the stages put extra strain on the car’s suspension and tires, making reliability a crucial factor in maintaining competitive pace.
  • Strategic Tire Choices: Tire strategy played a key role in the event, with changing conditions affecting traction on different parts of the route.

The 1995 Rally Argentina was a masterclass in handling both the fast gravel sections and technical obstacles that made the event one of the most difficult on the WRC calendar. Auriol’s victory highlighted his adaptability and expertise on varied surfaces.

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