History 1990s

1995 Rallye Sanremo – Rallye d’Italia (Italy)

Overview Route Results Cars Challenges

Overview

Event Name: 1995 Rallye Sanremo – Rallye d’Italia (Italy)

Date: October 9–13, 1995

Start Location: Sanremo, Italy

Finish Location: Sanremo, Italy

Total Distance: 512.00 km of special stages

Surface: Asphalt

The 1995 Rallye Sanremo was a thrilling contest on the fast and technical asphalt roads of Italy. Piero Liatti and Fabrizia Pons took the win in their Subaru Impreza 555, dominating the event with a combination of consistent pace and careful tire management. Their performance in the fast, flowing roads of Sanremo earned them the victory ahead of a highly competitive field, showcasing their mastery of both car control and strategy.

Route

Sanremo Stage: A high-speed stage with a mix of open roads and tight corners that tested both speed and car control.
Colle di Nava: A longer stage with winding roads, demanding quick reflexes and accurate car handling to stay competitive.
Montecarlo: A stage with sharp turns and steep ascents, which required precise navigation and tire management to avoid losing time.

The rally featured fast and flowing asphalt roads, with challenging corners and several technical stages:

The dry conditions throughout the event allowed for excellent tire performance, but the tight, technical nature of many stages demanded maximum focus and skill from all drivers.

🏆 Results

Overall Winner
Piero Liatti & Fabrizia Pons · Subaru Impreza 555
2nd Place
Didier Auriol & Bernard Occelli · Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD
3rd Place
Colin McRae & Derek Ringer · Subaru Impreza 555

Liatti’s careful pace and expert handling through the technical stages ensured his victory, with Auriol and McRae putting up strong challenges but ultimately finishing behind due to minor issues on certain stages.

Navigation & Challenges

  • High-Speed Asphalt: The rally’s fast sections required drivers to be quick but precise, with little room for mistakes on the narrow roads.
  • Tire and Brake Management: Tire wear and brake performance were critical, especially in the more technical sections where heavy braking was required.
  • Technical Precision: Tight corners and winding roads required perfect car control and precise navigation to avoid losing time on the stages.

The 1995 Rallye Sanremo was a showcase of technical skill and consistency, with Liatti’s performance highlighting his ability to manage the demanding asphalt roads of the iconic rally. His victory was a significant achievement in the 1995 season.

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