Rally History Archive

The Alpine-Renault A110 took a dominant win, showing superior performance on icy tarmac stages.

The Swedish Rally was a snow and ice spectacle, with studded tires crucial for success on the fast stages.

The Sanremo Rally was a challenging event with mixed surfaces, where local drivers excelled.

Jean-Claude Andruet and David Stone piloted their Alpine-Renault A110 1600 to victory on fast asphalt routes linking France and Germany.

Peter Hommel and Günter Bork claimed victory in East Germany’s prestigious Pneumant Rally behind the wheel of a Wartburg 353.

The Safari Rally was known for its extreme conditions, with mud, dust, and river crossings testing the limits of both drivers and cars.

Roger Clark and Jim Porter drove their Ford Escort RS1600 to a commanding win in Ireland's prestigious Easter rally.

Alcide “Luck” Paganelli and Ninni Russo claimed victory on the scenic but demanding island roads of Elba in a Fiat 124 Sport Spider.

Hannu Mikkola and Gunnar Palm conquered one of rallying’s greatest endurance feats, piloting a Ford Escort 1850 GT from London to Mexico City.

The Tulip Rally continued to gain prestige, drawing top drivers from across Europe to tackle the Netherlands' complex route network.

Björn Waldegård and Lars Nyström claimed victory on Austria’s gravel mountain roads in a Porsche 911 S, showcasing expert control on loose terrain.

Achim Warmbold and Wulf Biebinger took victory in the brief but competitive Deutschland Rallye, piloting an Opel Kadett Rallye across West German and Czechoslovak roads.

Endurance and vehicle toughness defined the Acropolis Rally, with several top drivers failing to finish.

Jean-Claude Andruet and Michel Vial secured a dominant win through the forested asphalt roads of northeastern France in their Alpine-Renault A110 1600.

Brian Culcheth and Johnstone Syer triumphed on the rugged gravel tracks of the Scottish Highlands in their Triumph 2.5 PI.

Jean-Claude Andruet and Michèle “Biche” Espinosi-Petit claimed a decisive victory on Switzerland’s winding asphalt roads in their Alpine-Renault A110 1600.

Gilbert Staepelaere and André Aerts claimed victory for Ford on mixed-surface roads through the scenic yet punishing terrain of Czechoslovakia.

Jean-Claude Andruet and Michèle “Biche” Espinosi-Petit secured another major international win in their Alpine-Renault A110 1600, conquering Poland’s fast and mixed-surface stages.

Günther Janger and Walter Wessiak took victory in the transnational Donau Rallye, mastering the fast asphalt roads from Austria into Romania in their Porsche 911 S.

The Finnish rally was known for its high-speed stages and massive jumps, with local drivers dominating the event.

Harry Källström and Gunnar Häggbom piloted their Lancia Fulvia 1.6 HF to victory on the sinuous Alpine tarmac of northern Italy.

Jean-Pierre Beltoise and Jean Todt dominated the legendary Tour de France Automobile in their Matra Simca MS650, conquering a grueling mix of rally stages and circuit races across France.

Jean-Claude Andruet and Michèle “Biche” Espinosi-Petit delivered another commanding performance in their Alpine-Renault A110 1600, taking top honors across three nations in the 3-Städte Rallye.

Portugal's challenging gravel roads and unpredictable weather made this rally a true test of skill and endurance.

Barry Ferguson and Dave Johnson claimed victory in Australia’s premier international rally, mastering the dusty and demanding gravel roads in their Holden Torana GTR.

Simo Lampinen and Mario Mannucci powered their Lancia Fulvia 1.6 HF to victory in Austria’s demanding overnight asphalt rally, the Rallye des 1000 Minuten.

Jean-Pierre Nicolas and David Stone drove their Alpine-Renault A110 1600 to victory through Spain’s twisty asphalt stages during the 1970 Rallye RACE.

The Tour de Corse was a true test of endurance, with its winding mountain roads and unpredictable weather.

British weather and muddy stages made the RAC Rally a standout event, with Ford continuing to shine.

Gilbert Staepelaere and André Aerts claimed a commanding win on Belgium’s slick and narrow roads, bringing their Ford Escort Twin Cam to the top of the Tour de Belgique.

Ove Andersson and David Stone steered their Alpine-Renault A110 1600 to a thrilling win through snow-covered passes and icy asphalt in the 1971 Monte Carlo Rally.

Hannu Mikkola and Atso Aho conquered the snow-covered forests of Lapland in their Ford Escort Twin Cam to win the grueling 1971 Arctic Rally.

Stig Blomqvist and Arne Hertz powered their Saab 96 V4 to victory through frozen forests and snow-covered highways in the 1971 Swedish Rally.

Jean-Claude Andruet and “Biche” continued their dominant form on French tarmac, winning the 1971 Rallye Côte d’Azur in their Alpine-Renault A110 1600.

Harry Källström and Gunnar Häggbom secured victory on Italy’s Ligurian roads in the 1971 Rallye Sanremo, mastering the tight and twisty tarmac stages in their Lancia Fulvia 1.6 HF.

Sandro Munari and Mario Mannucci captured victory on the sunlit and serpentine roads of Catalonia in their Lancia Fulvia 1.6 HF at the 1971 Rallye Costa Brava.

Bob Watson and Andy Chapman piloted their Renault R8 Gordini to a commanding win in the 1971 Classic Rally, mastering Australia’s mixed terrain and unpredictable rally conditions.

Harry Källström and Jean Todt delivered a composed and commanding performance in Portugal’s rugged springtime rally, securing victory in their Alpine-Renault A110 1600.

Edgar Herrmann and Hans Schüller mastered one of the world’s toughest rallies in their Datsun 240Z, claiming victory across nearly 5,500 km of rugged East African terrain.

Juan Fernández and José María Íñigo drove the Porsche 911 S to an impressive victory across the varied and challenging terrain of the 1971 Firestone Rally in Spain.

Jean Deschazeaux and Jean Todt guided their Citroën SM to a historic win in the demanding 1971 Rallye du Maroc, battling searing heat and harsh terrain across North Africa.

Jean-Pierre Nicolas and Michel Vial claimed victory in the 1971 Rallye Suisse with their Alpine-Renault A110 1600, mastering the Alpine roads and surface shifts across the Swiss landscape.

Ove Andersson and David Stone endured the brutal Greek terrain to win the 1971 Acropolis Rally in their Alpine-Renault A110 1600, proving the car’s strength beyond tarmac.

Harry Källström and Claes Billstam piloted the Lancia Fulvia 1.6 HF to a tenacious victory over Austria’s rugged alpine gravel stages in the 1971 Alpenfahrt.

Simo Lampinen and John Davenport piloted their Saab 96 V4 to victory in the 1971 Rallye Vltava, handling the fast yet unpredictable Czech roads with expert control and coordination.

Sobiesław Zasada and Andrzej Zembrzuski delivered a home soil victory at the 1971 Rallye Polski, guiding their Porsche 911 S to a commanding win on Poland’s rough gravel roads.

Rauno Aaltonen and Jean Todt captured victory in the transnational 1971 Three Cities Rally, skillfully navigating diverse terrain in their Datsun 240Z.

Colin Bond and George Shepheard secured a hard-fought win in the 1971 Southern Cross Rally, taming over 1,200 kilometers of Australia's toughest gravel roads in their Holden Torana GTR XU-1.

Gérard Larrousse and Claude Perramond mastered the unforgiving Corsican tarmac in their Porsche 911 S, claiming victory in the twist-laden 1971 Tour de Corse.

Stig Blomqvist and Arne Hertz dominated the 1971 RAC Rally in their Saab 96 V4, conquering the dense British forests and unpredictable November weather to take a legendary win.

Sandro Munari and Mario Mannucci conquered the snowy mountain passes of the 1972 Monte Carlo Rally in their Lancia Fulvia 1.6 HF, marking a milestone victory for the Italian manufacturer.

Hannu Mikkola and Atso Aho dominated the frozen north in the 1972 Arctic Rally, expertly guiding their Ford Escort RS1600 through deep snow and treacherous ice in the heart of Finnish Lapland.

Stig Blomqvist and Arne Hertz dominated the icy forests of Sweden in the 1972 Swedish Rally, piloting their Saab 96 V4 with unmatched precision and speed.

Bernard Darniche and Alain Mahé tamed the winding Catalonian tarmac in their Alpine A110 1600, claiming a commanding win at the 1972 Rallye Costa Brava.

Jean-Claude Andruet and “Biche” delivered a decisive tarmac performance in their Alpine A110 1600, securing victory at the 1972 Rallye Lyon–Charbonnières through rhythm, precision, and mastery of the French countryside.

Adrian Boyd and Beatty Crawford delivered a triumphant home win at the 1972 Circuit of Ireland in their Ford Escort TC, conquering hundreds of kilometers of narrow, unforgiving tarmac across the Irish countryside.

Hannu Mikkola and Gunnar Palm triumphed over nearly 6,000 kilometers of punishing African terrain to win the 1972 Safari Rally in their Ford Escort RS1600—cementing a legendary performance in rally endurance history.

Jean-Pierre Nicolas and Michel Vial tamed the harsh Moroccan landscape in their Peugeot 504, overcoming deep dust, rugged terrain, and searing heat to win the 1972 Rallye du Maroc.

Walter Röhrl and Jochen Berger secured a breakout win at the 1972 Acropolis Rally, mastering Greece’s rock-strewn gravel stages in their Opel Ascona 1.9 SR and proving their emerging world-class potential.

Lars Helmer and Gunnar Haggbom claimed victory at the 1972 Rallye Wiesbaden in their Lancia Fulvia HF, demonstrating precision and resilience across Germany’s varied terrain.

Achim Warmbold and Jean Todt secured a commanding victory in the 1972 Österreichische Alpenfahrt, steering their BMW 2002 Ti with precision and power through the high-altitude gravel roads of the Austrian Alps.

Simo Lampinen and Pekka Nyström triumphed at the 1972 Rallye Vltava in their Saab 96 V4, navigating the mixed-surface Czech stages with consistency, traction, and experience.

Achim Warmbold and Jean Todt claimed a determined victory in the 1972 Rallye Polska, handling Poland’s fast, rutted gravel stages with precision and pace in their BMW 2002 Ti.

Jean-Pierre Nicolas and Jean Todt tamed the rugged terrain of Argentina in the 1972 Rallye del Salvaje, guiding their Peugeot 504 to victory through dust, heat, and punishing gravel roads.

Andrew Cowan and John Bryson captured a historic win at the 1972 Southern Cross Rally, expertly navigating over 1,800 kilometers of rugged Australian terrain in their Mitsubishi Lancer 1600 GSR.

Harry Källström and Claes-Göran Andersson brought international acclaim to the 1972 Rallye Press-on-Regardless, piloting their Datsun 240Z to victory across Michigan’s unforgiving gravel stages.

Jean-Claude Andruet and “Biche” delivered a masterclass in precision and tarmac control on the twist-laden roads of Corsica, claiming a dominant win at the 1972 Tour de Corse in their Alpine A110 1800.

Roger Clark and Tony Mason delivered a landmark home victory in the 1972 RAC Rally, mastering Britain’s rain-soaked gravel and tarmac stages in their Ford Escort RS1600.

Jean-Claude Andruet and “Biche” triumphed in the opening round of the inaugural World Rally Championship, piloting their Alpine-Renault A110 1800 to a stunning win at the 1973 Monte Carlo Rally.

Timo Mäkinen and Erkki Salonen conquered the snowbound Arctic Rally in 1973, expertly guiding their Ford Escort RS1600 Mk I through extreme sub-zero conditions to claim victory on Finland’s frozen roads.

Sandro Munari and Mario Mannucci showcased their versatility by winning the 1973 Rallye Costa Brava, mastering both gravel and asphalt in their Lancia Fulvia HF 1.6 Coupé across the twisty roads of Catalonia.

Stig Blomqvist and Arne Hertz delivered a dominant performance on home snow, steering their Saab 96 V4 to victory in the 1973 Swedish Rally and solidifying their status as masters of winter rallying.

Jean-Luc Thérier and Jacques Jaubert drove their Alpine-Renault A110 1800 to victory at the 1973 TAP Rally, overcoming Portugal’s treacherous combination of gravel and tarmac in one of the season’s most demanding events.

Jack Tordoff and Phil Short piloted their Porsche 911 Carrera RS to a determined victory at the 1973 Circuit of Ireland, conquering the narrow, fast, and undulating asphalt lanes of Northern Ireland with composed precision.

Shekhar Mehta and Lofty Drews delivered a legendary victory in the 1973 East African Safari Rally, conquering over 5,000 km of brutal terrain and unpredictable weather in their Datsun 240Z.

Bernard Darniche and Alain Mahé delivered a commanding victory at the 1973 Rallye du Maroc, showcasing the Alpine A110 1800’s resilience and agility across the harsh Moroccan terrain.

Jean-Luc Thérier and Christian Delferrier fought through brutal heat, rocky terrain, and punishing stages to win the 1973 Acropolis Rally in their Alpine-Renault A110 1800, securing another major WRC triumph for the French team.

Belgian duo “Pedro” (Jean-Pierre Gaban) and “Jimmy” (Jean-Michel Etienne) claimed victory at the 1973 12 Hours of Ypres Rally, mastering the high-speed asphalt stages in their BMW 2002 Ti amid intense local competition.

Achim Warmbold and Jean Todt claimed a critical WRC victory at the 1973 Rajd Polski, handling the relentless gravel of Poland with finesse and durability in their Fiat 124 Abarth Rallye.

Timo Mäkinen and Henry Liddon delivered a masterclass in high-speed gravel driving at the 1973 1000 Lakes Rally, soaring to victory in their Ford Escort RS1600 Mk I through Finland’s legendary jumps and sweeping forest roads.

Achim Warmbold and Jean Todt secured another impressive win at the 1973 Österreichische Alpenfahrt, guiding their BMW 2002 Ti through Austria’s alpine gravel passes with precision and power.

Jean-Luc Thérier and Jacques Jaubert delivered another iconic win for Alpine in the 1973 Rallye Sanremo, expertly navigating the Italian Riviera’s mix of narrow mountain asphalt and rugged gravel in their A110 1800.

Walter Boyce and Doug Woods made history by winning the 1973 Press-on-Regardless Rally in their Toyota Corolla Levin, claiming Toyota's first-ever WRC victory in the forests of Michigan.

Timo Mäkinen and Henry Liddon delivered a stunning performance in the 1973 RAC Rally, dominating Britain’s muddy forest tracks in their Ford Escort RS1600 Mk I to close out the inaugural WRC season with a commanding win.

Jean-Pierre Nicolas and Michel Vial brought Alpine one final victory in the 1973 WRC season, mastering Corsica’s relentless twists and unpredictable snow-dusted tarmac in the Alpine-Renault A110 1800.

Kalle Möller and Pekka Kyröhonka secured a surprising and celebrated home win at the 1974 Marlboro Arctic Rally, piloting their nimble Simca 1100 through the snowbound forests of Lapland.

Lele Pinto and Gino Macaluso navigated the unpredictable blend of snow-dusted gravel and mountain trails to win the 1974 Rallye di San Marino, giving Fiat another strong early-season result in their 124 Abarth Rallye.

Raffaele Pinto and Arnaldo Bernacchini delivered a commanding performance on the challenging Portuguese terrain, securing victory in the 1974 TAP Rally with their Fiat 124 Abarth Rallye.

Joginder Singh and David Doig defied the odds in the 1974 East African Safari Rally, taming over 5,000 km of brutal terrain to give Mitsubishi its first WRC victory with the rugged Lancer GSR.

Cathal Curley and Austin Frazer delivered a commanding hometown victory in the 1974 Circuit of Ireland Rally, guiding their Porsche 911 Carrera RS to success across a demanding blend of asphalt and gravel stages.

Jim Reddiex, Ken Tubman, and André Welinski conquered one of the most ambitious long-distance rallies ever staged, winning the 1974 London–Sahara–Munich World Cup Rally in their resilient Citroën DS23 after nearly 12,000 kilometers across two continents.

Jim Reddiex, Ken Tubman, and André Welinski conquered one of the most ambitious long-distance rallies ever staged, winning the 1974 London–Sahara–Munich World Cup Rally in their resilient Citroën DS23 after nearly 12,000 kilometers across two continents.

Hannu Mikkola and co-driver John Davenport thrilled Finnish crowds with a commanding victory in the 1974 1000 Lakes Rally, expertly handling the high-speed gravel jumps in their Ford Escort RS1600 Mk I.

Sandro Munari and Mario Mannucci made history at the 1974 Rallye Sanremo, delivering the first major international win for the revolutionary Lancia Stratos HF on the twisting tarmac of the Italian Riviera.

Sandro Munari and Mario Mannucci backed up their Sanremo win with a commanding performance at the 1974 Rally of the Rideau Lakes, showcasing the Lancia Stratos HF’s dominance on snowy gravel stages in Ontario, Canada.

Roger Clark and Tony Mason tackled Cyprus’s searing heat and rugged terrain with trademark grit, winning the 1974 Cyprus International Rally in their Ford Escort RS1600.

Jean-Luc Thérier and Christian Delferrier conquered America’s longest and most demanding gravel event in 1974, steering the Renault 17 Gordini to a historic win in the Michigan forests.

Timo Mäkinen and Henry Liddon braved the fog, mud, and forests of Britain to claim their third consecutive RAC Rally victory in 1974, cementing the Ford Escort RS1600’s dominance in one of rallying’s toughest classics.

Jean-Claude Andruet and co-driver 'Biche' delivered a heroic performance on home soil, taming Corsica’s relentless asphalt labyrinth in the Lancia Stratos HF to win the 1974 Tour de Corse.

Sandro Munari and Mario Mannucci conquered the icy cols and slick tarmac of the 1975 Monte Carlo Rally, giving Lancia and the Stratos HF a dominant start to the new season.

The 1975 Arctic Rally saw Finland's winter landscape transformed into a high-speed battleground, with local ace Timo Salonen taking victory amid deep snow and subzero temperatures.

Björn Waldegård and Hans Thorszelius thrilled home crowds by dominating the snowy Swedish stages in 1975, taking a decisive win in their Ford Escort RS1600.

Ove Andersson and Arne Hertz endured punishing African terrain to win the 1975 Safari Rally in their rugged Peugeot 504, marking a career-defining triumph for both driver and manufacturer.

Billy Coleman and Paul Phelan delivered a home victory on the demanding Irish tarmac, winning the 1975 Circuit of Ireland in their Ford Escort RS1600 Mk I after nearly 1,000 km of relentless rallying.

The 1975 Welsh Rally saw British forests come alive with gravel-slinging action, as local and international talent tackled wet, technical stages deep in the heart of Wales.

Walter Röhrl and Jochen Berger mastered the scorching gravel and brutal mountain roads of Greece to win the 1975 Acropolis Rally in their Opel Ascona 1.9 SR—marking Röhrl’s first major international victory.

Bernard Darniche and Alain Mahé delivered a dominant performance at the 1975 Ypres Rally, taming Belgium’s narrow farm roads and night stages in the powerful Lancia Stratos HF.

Hannu Mikkola and Jean Todt claimed a dominant victory at the 1975 Rallye du Maroc, pushing the rugged Peugeot 504 V6 through Morocco’s scorching deserts and rocky trails to secure a hard-earned win.

Sandro Munari and Mario Mannucci powered the Lancia Stratos HF to victory on the gravel roads of Romania in the 1975 Danube Rally, demonstrating the car’s versatility beyond Western Europe.

Markku Alén and Ilkka Kivimäki delivered a well-earned victory at the 1975 Rallye de Portugal, expertly handling the blend of tarmac and gravel stages in their Fiat 124 Abarth Rallye.

Hannu Mikkola and Atso Aho conquered Finland’s high-speed gravel jumps and blind crests in the 1975 1000 Lakes Rally, piloting the newly upgraded Ford Escort RS1800 to an emphatic win.

Björn Waldegård and Hans Thorszelius claimed a landmark victory at the 1975 Rallye Sanremo, harnessing the Lancia Stratos HF’s versatility to conquer both gravel and tarmac along Italy’s demanding Riviera coastline.

Canada's premier international rally, the 1975 Rally of the Rideau Lakes tested competitors with rough terrain, fast transitions, and unpredictable autumn weather—highlighting North America's rally potential.

Andrew Cowan and John Bryson once again dominated the rugged Australian outback in the 1975 Southern Cross Rally, taking Mitsubishi to the top with a composed and tactical win in the Lancer.

Bernard Darniche and Alain Mahé delivered a commanding win at the 1975 Tour de Corse, showcasing the Lancia Stratos HF’s unmatched prowess on tight, twisty Corsican tarmac.

Timo Mäkinen and Henry Liddon clinched their third RAC Rally win in five years, dominating the slippery British forests in the Ford Escort RS1800 during the grueling 1975 edition.

Rudolf Stohl and Franz Wittmann mastered Austria’s frozen roads in the 1976 Jänner Rallye, claiming victory in their Audi 80 GT against a field of seasoned snow rally competitors.

Sandro Munari and Silvio Maiga triumphed at the 1976 Monte Carlo Rally in the Lancia Stratos HF, mastering treacherous mountain passes and mixed surface conditions to secure a legendary victory.

Per Eklund and Björn Cederberg conquered the frozen forests of Sweden in 1976, delivering a hometown victory for Saab in the agile and reliable 96 V4.

Simo Lampinen and Seppo Harjanne tamed Finland’s deep winter terrain in the 1976 Hankiralli, delivering a landmark win for the new Fiat 131 Abarth in icy Nordic conditions.

Sandro Munari and Silvio Maiga delivered another iconic win for the Lancia Stratos HF at the 1976 Rallye de Portugal, mastering the blend of tarmac and gravel with tactical brilliance and raw pace.

Andrea Zanussi and Renato Mezzanotte claimed victory at the 1976 Rallye Internazionale di Sicilia, navigating the historic and unforgiving Sicilian tarmac in their Opel Kadett GT/E.

Maurizio Verini and Nini Russo piloted the Fiat 131 Abarth to victory in the 1976 Rallye Elba, mastering the island’s narrow, winding tarmac roads with expert precision.

Joginder Singh and David Doig once again conquered Africa’s toughest rally, winning the 1976 Safari Rally in a Mitsubishi Colt Lancer GSR through skill, resilience, and mechanical foresight.

Ross Dunkerton and Jeff Beaumont powered their Datsun 260Z to victory in the 1976 Marchal Rallye, showcasing top-level driving through the rugged Australian bush.

Harry Källström and Claes-Göran Andersson tamed the brutal Greek gravel in the 1976 Acropolis Rally, delivering a tough and tactical win for Datsun in the rugged 160J Violet.

Brian Nelson and Malcolm Neill clinched victory at the 1976 Donegal International Rally, dominating Ireland’s scenic but challenging tarmac stages in a Porsche Carrera.

Jean-Pierre Nicolas and Michel Gamet claimed a punishing victory in the 1976 Rallye du Maroc, using the durable Peugeot 504 V6 Coupé to outlast the desert terrain and opposition.

Markku Alén and Ilkka Kivimäki soared to victory at the 1976 1000 Lakes Rally, expertly navigating Finland’s fast gravel jumps and sweeping forest roads in their Fiat 131 Abarth.

Held in the forests of eastern Canada, the 1976 Critérium Molson du Québec brought WRC-level rallying to North America, offering fast gravel and rough forest stages amid early autumn conditions.

Björn Waldegård and Hans Thorszelius stormed the Italian Riviera to win the 1976 Rallye Sanremo in the agile and aggressive Lancia Stratos HF.

The 1976 Rallye Bandama in Côte d'Ivoire brought extreme heat, jungle terrain, and mechanical carnage—making it one of the toughest endurance rallies of the year.

Sandro Munari and Silvio Maiga delivered a surgical drive on Corsica’s unforgiving tarmac in the 1976 Tour de Corse, giving Lancia another masterful Stratos victory on the ‘Rally of 10,000 Corners’.

Roger Clark and Stuart Pegg brought the house down at the 1976 Lombard RAC Rally, winning on home soil in a Ford Escort RS1800 after a grueling battle through Britain’s rain-soaked forests.

Sandro Munari and Silvio Maiga opened the 1977 season with a commanding win at the Monte Carlo Rally, once again proving the Lancia Stratos HF’s dominance in the Alps.

Markku Alén and Ilkka Kivimäki mastered the deep freeze of Lapland in the 1977 Arctic Rally, carving through snowbanks to secure victory in the Fiat 131 Abarth.

Stig Blomqvist and Hans Sylvan delivered a masterclass in snow rallying at the 1977 Swedish Rally, piloting their Saab 96 V4 to a decisive victory on home ground.

Ari Vatanen and Atso Aho showcased pure speed and control in deep Finnish snow, winning the 1977 Hankiralli in their Ford Escort RS1800.

“Jacques” Henry and Bernard Occelli claimed victory in the 1977 Boucles de Spa Rally, expertly guiding their Alpine A110 through icy Ardennes roads and mixed-surface challenges.

Markku Alén and Ilkka Kivimäki delivered a dominant drive across Portugal’s unforgiving mixed-surface stages, claiming a crucial win for Fiat and the 131 Abarth.

Antonio “Tony” Carello and Paolo Garzoli mastered Sicily’s narrow mountain tarmac roads in their Lancia Stratos HF, claiming a confident win at the 1977 Rally Internazionale di Sicilia.

Björn Waldegård and Hans Thorszelius endured the unforgiving African terrain to win the 1977 Safari Rally in their Ford Escort RS1800—marking one of the toughest victories of the Swede’s career.

Fulvio Bacchelli and Francesco Rossetti took a hard-fought win at the 1977 Rally of New Zealand, showcasing the Fiat 131 Abarth’s versatility across the country's spectacular mixed-surface terrain.

Björn Waldegård and Hans Thorszelius conquered the rocks and heat of the 1977 Acropolis Rally, earning a hard-fought win in their Ford Escort RS1800 amid one of the roughest events of the WRC season.

Andrew Cowan, Colin Malkin, and Mike Broad triumphed in one of the longest and most grueling events in rally history—the 1977 London–Sydney Marathon—driving their Mercedes-Benz 280E across nearly 30,000 km of varied terrain and continents.

Kyösti Hämäläinen and Antero Kjäldman took an emphatic home victory at the 1977 1000 Lakes Rally, soaring through the Finnish forests in their Ford Escort RS1800.

Timo Salonen and Arne Hertz powered their Datsun 710 through the rugged gravel roads of eastern Canada to take victory at the 1977 Critérium du Québec.

Jean-Claude Andruet and “Biche” dominated the tarmac stages of the 1977 Rallye Sanremo, guiding their Fiat 131 Abarth to a well-earned home victory for the Italian marque.

Bernard Darniche and Alain Mahé delivered a spectacular drive through Corsica’s relentless tarmac twists to win the 1977 Tour de Corse in their Lancia Stratos HF.

Björn Waldegård and Hans Thorszelius wrapped up a stellar season by conquering Britain’s damp forests in the 1977 Lombard RAC Rally, earning a gritty win in the Ford Escort RS1800.

Jean-Pierre Nicolas and Vincent Laverne shocked the competition at the 1978 Monte Carlo Rally, mastering the icy roads in their privateer Porsche 911 Carrera to clinch a famous underdog victory.

Ari Vatanen and Peter Bryant braved the icy forests of Lapland to dominate the 1978 Arctic Rally, piloting their Ford Escort RS1800 with fearless speed and razor-sharp precision.

Björn Waldegård and Hans Thorszelius delivered a commanding winter drive to win the 1978 Rallye Sweden, expertly handling the icy terrain in their Ford Escort RS1800.

Markku Alén and Ilkka Kivimäki delivered a thrilling performance in deep snow to win the 1978 Hankiralli, showing the Fiat 131 Abarth’s prowess on Finland’s frozen rally roads.

Antonio Fassina and Mauro Mannini claimed victory in the 1978 Targa Florio Rally, mastering Sicily’s twisty mountain tarmac in their formidable Lancia Stratos HF.

Jean-Pierre Nicolas and Jean-Claude Lefebvre endured the punishing terrain of East Africa to win the 1978 Safari Rally in their rugged Peugeot 504 Coupé V6.

Tony Carello and Pietro Sodano conquered Sardinia’s rugged gravel roads to win the 1978 Rally Costa Smeralda in their Opel Kadett GT/E, delivering a standout performance on the Mediterranean island.

Markku Alén and Ilkka Kivimäki dominated the 1978 Rallye de Portugal, showcasing their mastery across tarmac and gravel in the powerful Fiat 131 Abarth.

Walter Röhrl and Christian Geistdörfer tackled Greece’s brutal terrain with precision and grit to win the 1978 Acropolis Rally in their Fiat 131 Abarth.

Hannu Mikkola and Arne Hertz took victory at the 1978 Scottish Rally in their Ford Escort RS1800, scoring valuable points in the FIA Cup for Drivers with a commanding performance on the fast, forested gravel roads.

Alain Ambrosino and Daniel Le Saux navigated the narrow tarmac lanes of West Flanders with confidence and speed to win the 1978 Ypres 24 Hours Rally in their Datsun 160J.

Antonio Zanini and Josep Autet triumphed at the 1978 Rajd Polski, navigating the demanding Polish countryside in their Fiat 131 Abarth during a key round of the FIA Cup for Drivers.

Andrew Cowan and Colin Malkin claimed an epic victory in the 1978 Vuelta a la América del Sud, navigating nearly 30,000 km of punishing terrain across ten countries in their Mercedes-Benz 450 SLC.

Markku Alén and Ilkka Kivimäki thrilled the home crowds with a dominant victory at the 1978 1000 Lakes Rally, expertly handling the jumps and high-speed gravel in their Fiat 131 Abarth.

Russell Brookes and Mike Broad tackled New Zealand’s stunning but punishing gravel roads to win the 1978 Rally New Zealand in their Ford Escort RS1800—a crucial result in the FIA Cup for Drivers.

Walter Röhrl and Christian Geistdörfer took a commanding victory at the 1978 Critérium du Québec, mastering the Canadian gravel with their Fiat 131 Abarth during a crucial FIA Cup for Drivers round.

Michèle Mouton and Françoise Conconi made history with their victory at the 1978 Tour de France Automobile, blending rally brilliance and circuit skill in the versatile Fiat 131 Abarth.

Markku Alén and Ilkka Kivimäki powered through the winding tarmac roads of Liguria to win the 1978 Rallye Sanremo, claiming another WRC triumph for the Fiat 131 Abarth.

George Fury and Monty Suffern triumphed at the 1978 Southern Cross Rally in their Datsun Stanza, conquering the rugged Australian terrain in a pivotal FIA Cup for Drivers round.

Antonio Zanini and Josep Autet claimed victory on home soil at the 1978 Rallye de España, expertly navigating the technical tarmac stages in their Fiat 131 Abarth during a crucial FIA Cup for Drivers round.

Jean-Pierre Nicolas and Vincent Laverne emerged victorious in the grueling 10th Rallye Côte d’Ivoire, taming West Africa’s punishing terrain in their Peugeot 504 V6 Coupé.

Bernard Darniche and Alain Mahé claimed a commanding victory at the 22nd Tour de Corse, mastering the Corsican tarmac in their agile and aggressive Lancia Stratos HF.

Hannu Mikkola and Arne Hertz dominated the 1978 Lombard RAC Rally with a textbook performance in their Ford Escort RS1800, mastering the damp British forests to claim a celebrated WRC victory.

Bernard Darniche and Alain Mahé conquered the snow-slicked tarmac of the Alps to win the 1979 Rallye Monte-Carlo in their Lancia Stratos HF, marking one of the most iconic comebacks in rally history.

Ari Vatanen and Peter Bryant stormed through Finland’s icy forests to win the 1979 Hankiralli in their Ford Escort RS1800, showcasing speed and precision on snow-covered roads.

Hannu Mikkola and Arne Hertz triumphed at the 13th Rallye de Portugal, mastering the challenging mix of gravel and tarmac stages in their Ford Escort RS1800.

Tony Carello and Michele Perlasca tamed the legendary Sicilian mountain roads in their Lancia Stratos HF to win the 1979 Targa Florio Rally, showcasing precision and power on iconic tarmac.

Antonio Fassina and Mauro Mannini mastered the rugged Sardinian gravel to claim victory at the 1979 Rally Costa Smeralda in their Lancia Stratos HF.

Walter Röhrl and Christian Geistdörfer secured victory at the 1979 Saarland Rallye, skillfully navigating the mixed-surface stages in their Fiat 131 Abarth.

Shekhar Mehta and Mike Doughty overcame Africa’s harshest conditions to win the 1979 Safari Rally in their Datsun 160J, marking Mehta’s third triumph in the legendary endurance event.

Björn Waldegård and Hans Thorszelius conquered Greece’s punishing gravel and heat in the 1979 Acropolis Rally, earning a hard-fought win in their Ford Escort RS1800.

Hannu Mikkola and Arne Hertz dominated the 1979 Rally of New Zealand, showcasing mastery across the country's scenic and challenging mix of gravel and tarmac in their Ford Escort RS1800.

Walter Röhrl and Christian Geistdörfer triumphed in the inaugural Codasur Rally in Argentina, tackling South America’s fast and rugged gravel with precision in their Fiat 131 Abarth.

Jean-Claude Andruet and “Biche” secured a dominant win in the 1979 Danube Rally, taming Romania’s fast and dusty gravel stages in their Lancia Stratos HF.

Markku Alén and Ilkka Kivimäki soared to victory at the 1979 1000 Lakes Rally, expertly navigating Finland’s fast gravel jumps and sweeping corners in their Fiat 131 Abarth.

Björn Waldegård and Hans Thorszelius claimed victory at the 1979 Critérium Molson du Québec, conquering Canada’s challenging mix of gravel and tarmac stages in their Ford Escort RS1800.

British driver Jim Clark piloted a Volkswagen to victory in the 1979 Tap Rallye Internacional do Brasil, showcasing precision and endurance across Brazil’s fast and rugged gravel roads.

Antonio “Tony” Fassina and Mauro Mannini delivered a heroic drive to win the 1979 Rallye Sanremo in their Lancia Stratos HF, mastering the complex mix of tarmac and gravel stages along Italy’s Ligurian coast.

Ross Dunkerton and Geoff Jones claimed victory in the 1979 Southern Cross Rally, mastering Australia’s demanding gravel terrain in their Datsun 710 (Stanza) with a performance of precision and endurance.

Bernard Darniche and Alain Mahé delivered a masterful drive to win the 1979 Tour de Corse, dominating the twisty Corsican asphalt in their Lancia Stratos HF.

Hannu Mikkola and Arne Hertz triumphed in treacherous British forests to win the 1979 Lombard RAC Rally in their Ford Escort RS1800, concluding the season with a dominant gravel performance.

Hannu Mikkola and Arne Hertz braved sweltering heat, rough terrain, and marathon distances to win the 1979 Rallye Côte d’Ivoire in their Mercedes-Benz 450 SLC 5.0.