Rally History Archive

The Alfa Romeo 1750 GTV refined the Giulia coupe formula with a larger twin-cam engine and sport-tuned chassis, becoming a class-leading rally car in the late 1960s.

Building on the success of the 1750 GTV, the Alfa Romeo 2000 GTV offered a larger twin-cam engine and refined chassis that delivered class-leading performance in late-1960s rally competition.

The Alfa Romeo Giulia TI was one of the first production cars homologated for Group 1 rallying, famed for its advanced twin-cam engine and razor-sharp handling.

The Alpine A110 was a lightweight, agile car that became a dominant force in rallying, especially in the late 1960s.

The BMW 328, introduced in 1936 and still competitive in historic events through the 1960s, was famed for its lightweight tubular chassis, aerodynamic bodywork, and robust 2.0 L straight-6 engine.

The BMW 700 was a compact coupe that proved its mettle in early 1960s rally events, balancing nimble handling with surprising reliability.

The Citroën DS21 was a revolutionary car with hydropneumatic suspension, known for its comfort and handling, making it a rally favorite.

The Fiat 124 Sport Coupe was a stylish and agile car, known for its balance and handling, making it a strong competitor in the late 1960s.

The Fiat 2300 S Coupé combined Italian elegance with rally-capable performance, leveraging its smooth inline-six and refined suspension to compete effectively in 1960s GT rally classes.

The Fiat 850 Sport Coupé combined small-displacement agility with Italian styling, becoming a standout competitor in sub-1.0L rally classes during the late 1960s.

The Ford Anglia was a compact economy car that became a privateer favorite in 1960s rallying for its lightweight handling and robust simplicity.

The Ford Cortina Lotus was a lightweight, powerful evolution of the Cortina, tuned by Lotus, that dominated rally stages.

The Ford Escort Twin Cam was a rally legend, known for its speed and handling, and became a dominant force in the late 1960s.

The Ford Fairlane was a full-size sedan that, in lightly modified form, tackled endurance rallies in the 1960s thanks to its robust V8 power and heavyweight construction.

The Ford Falcon was a powerful rally car, known for its durability and performance, making it a strong contender in the 1960s.

Introduced in 1964, the Ford Mustang quickly found its way into rally competition for privateers seeking a sporty, V8-powered contender in GT and touring events.

The Ford Starliner was a fastback variant of the Galaxie introduced in 1960, campaigned in endurance events for its aerodynamic roofline and reliable big-block V8 power.

Introduced in 1961, the Jaguar E-Type combined stunning design with racing-derived engineering, quickly establishing itself as a competitive GT car in 1960s rallies.

The Jaguar Mk II was a luxurious sports saloon introduced in 1959 that quickly proved its rally credentials with potent straight-six power and a balanced chassis.

The Jaguar XK 120 was a groundbreaking sports car introduced in 1948 that continued competing in rallies into the 1960s thanks to its lightweight construction and smooth straight-six engine.

The Lancia Fulvia HF was a rally icon, known for its front-wheel drive and lightweight design, winning multiple events in the late 1960s.

The Mercedes-Benz 220SE was one of the most successful large sedans in rallying during the early 1960s, combining luxury with incredible durability in grueling endurance events like the Safari Rally and Monte Carlo Rally.

The Mercedes-Benz 300SE was a luxury car that also found success in rallying, known for its comfort and performance.

The Mini Cooper S was one of the most iconic rally cars of the 1960s, famously winning multiple Monte Carlo Rallies and redefining what a small car could achieve in international motorsport.

The NSU TT 1300 was a lightweight, rear-engine rally car renowned in the mid-1960s for its agility and air-cooled performance in small-displacement classes.

The Opel Rekord was a durable mid-sized sedan that privateers campaigned in the 1960s for its reliability and roomy chassis.

The Peugeot 404 was a robust mid-size sedan whose durability and comfortable chassis made it a rally stalwart, especially in African endurance events.

The Plymouth Valiant was a compact American sedan whose robust slant-6 engine and straightforward build saw it tackle endurance and international rally events in the early 1960s.

The Porsche 356 was Porsche’s first production car, renowned for its lightweight design, nimble handling, and durability in 1960s rally competition.

The Porsche 911 was a rallying icon, known for its rear-engine layout and agility, making it a formidable competitor in the late 1960s.

The Renault 8 Gordini was Renault’s first performance variant, known for its powerful 1.1L engine and distinctive blue paint scheme, setting rallying benchmarks in the 1960s.

The Renault Dauphine was a rear-engined economy car whose lightweight design and surprising durability made it a popular contender in small-capacity rally classes during the early 1960s.

The Saab 96 became a rally legend in the 1960s thanks to its rugged reliability, front-wheel drive traction, and iconic victories with Erik Carlsson behind the wheel.

The Saab Monte Carlo 850 was a special edition of the early Saab model tuned for rallying, named after its class success at the Monte Carlo Rally.

The Triumph TR3A was a popular rally car in the early 1960s, known for its performance and handling.

The Triumph TR4 was a refined successor to the TR3, featuring independent rear suspension and improved engine performance, making it a rally favourite in the mid-1960s.

The Triumph Vitesse was a sporty saloon built on the Herald platform, featuring a twin-carburettor six-cylinder engine that excelled in 1960s rallying.

The Volkswagen Beetle was a rugged, air-cooled icon whose simplicity and reliability made it a privateer favorite in 1960s rally and endurance events.

The Volkswagen Type 3, introduced in 1961, offered more space and power than the Beetle and saw privateer rally use for its smooth flat-4 engine and FWD adaptability.

The Volvo 140 series, launched in 1966, carried forward the Amazon’s ruggedness with larger engines and improved comfort, finding rally use in endurance events throughout the late 1960s.

The Volvo 164 introduced a smooth V6 engine to the 140 chassis in 1969, offering increased power and refinement that saw privateer rally use in late-1960s endurance events.

The Volvo Amazon was a durable mid-sized sedan whose robust construction and reliable B18 engine made it a privateer favorite in 1960s endurance and rally events.

The Volvo P1800 was a sleek coupe introduced in 1961 whose combination of stylish design and robust drivetrain made it a competitive rally and endurance car throughout the decade.

The Volvo PV544 was a rugged compact introduced in 1958 whose sturdy construction and torquey B14 and B16 engines kept it competitive in early-1960s rally classes.

The Škoda MB 1100 was Škoda’s compact saloon that proved competitive in Eastern Bloc rally series in the 1960s thanks to its robust chassis and simple mechanics.

The Škoda Octavia TS was a sport-focused variant introduced in 1968, featuring a tuned engine and upgraded running gear that propelled it to rally success in late-1960s events.