Fiat 131 Abarth – Rally Giants

Author: Graham Robson
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1845848187
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 285

Book Description
When Fiat entered rallying in 1970, its ultimate aim was to become World Rally Champion – and the 131 Abarth of 1976-1980 provided the machinery to make that possible. It began winning World rallies within months of its launch, and, in 1977, 1978 and 1980, the 'works' team also won the World Championship for Makes, and set every standard by which Rally Giants were to be judged. Was there ever any doubt that successors like the Lancia Rally 037 and the Delta Integrale would come from the same stable?

Fiat 131 Abarth

Author: Graham Robson
Publisher: Veloce Publishing
ISBN: 9781787111110
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
When Fiat entered rallying in 1970, its aim was to become World Rally Champion - and the 131 Abarth of 1976-1980 provided the machinery to make that possible. Within the Fiat-Lancia empire, the 131 Abarth not only replaced the 124 Abarth Spider sports car, but was also favored ahead of the charismatic Lancia Stratos. By 1970s standards, the 131 Abarth was the most extreme and effective of all homologation specials. Compared to the 131 family car it was originally based, it had a different engine, transmission and suspension layouts, was backed by big budgets, and by a team of superstar drivers. This car was meant to win all round the world. Not only did it start winning World rallies within months of being launched, but in 1977, 1978, and 1980 the “works” team also won the World Championship for Makes, and set every standard by which Rally Giants were to be judged. The 131 Abarth was backed by a peerless team of engineers, so was there ever any doubt that successors like the Lancia Rally 037 and the Delta Integrale would eventually come from the same stable?

Fiat 131 Abarth

Author: Franco Carmignani
Publisher: Giorgio NADA Editore
ISBN: 9788879118637
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The entire technical evolution and the competition history of a glorious rally car enclosed in a single volume.

The Complete Book of the World Rally Championship

Author: Henry Hope-Frost
Publisher: Motorbooks
ISBN: 0760319545
Category : Automobile racing drivers
Languages : en
Pages : 333

Book Description
For 30 years some of the most talented and bravest drivers have battled across the continents of the world to claim what is arguably motorsport's toughest prize: the World Rally Championship. Now a multi-million dollar, global technology battle and terrestrial television phenomenon played out over the frozen wastes of Finland, the dusty plains of Australia and the sun-kissed mountain roads of Corsica, the WRC has reached its 30th birthday. This book celebrates that important milestone and paints an exhaustively detailed picture of the people and personalities who have shaped this great sport. The Complete Book of the World Rally Champions provides a biographical account of the 65 men who have won at least one World Championship Rally since 1973. The biographies are compiled by the sport's leading writers and historians and complemented by stunning photography. The book includes a detailed and accurate statistical career record of each driver, plus highlights of all the significant cars.

Obert's Fiat Guide

Author: Genevieve Obert
Publisher: VelocePress
ISBN: 9781588500496
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 296

Book Description
Obert's Fiat Guide is a compilation of ten years of C. Obert & Co's quarterly newsletter, Ciao! News. Written by the late Genevieve (Genny) Obert, the guide will "wow" Fiat, Abarth, Lancia and Yugo enthusiasts with fascinating and useful information. Divided into two sections -- articles and tech tips - the guide provides a comprehensive look at Fiats, Abarths, late model Lancias and the Yugo. Articles cover a breadth of topics from "The Field Spotter's Guide to Early Fiats" to "The ABCs of Fiat 124 Coupes." Tech tips are written with the unique perspective of a true Fiat aficionado, Chris Obert, owner of the Fiat parts and service shop, C. Obert & Co's (formerly called Fiat Plus). Enjoy the ride!

Lancia Stratos - Rally Giants

Author: Graham Robson
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1845846338
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 183

Book Description
This book describes the birth, development and rallying career of the Lancia Stratos, Europe’s very first purpose-built rally car, in the mid/late 1970s, providing a compact and authoritative history of where, when and how it became so important to the sport. Also tells the story of the team.

Lancia Delta HF Integrale

Author: Werner Blaettel
Publisher: Veloce Publishing
ISBN: 9781845841324
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 208

Book Description
If one car has gained cult status it must surely be the Lancia Delta HF Integrale. It’s about time someone compiled its thrilling history and told the story of this thrilling, innovative vehicle. This book covers the cars exceptional Rally success as well as its appeal as a road car. It provides all the relevant information on the evolution of the "ordinary Delta" into the powerful, technically complex and aggressive racing machine which consistently won the Rally world championship from 1987 to 1992. 400 spectacular photographs, full Rally results listings and exhaustive technical specifications make this book a must for any Rally fan.

Ford Escort RS1800

Author: Graham Robson
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1845847717
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 340

Book Description
The Ford Escort MkII was a worthy successor to the original MkI. It became Ford’s most successful rally car and the cars are still winning historic events today. It brought new standards to the sport, inspiring many others to copy it. Contains full details of every ‘works’ Escort MkII that went rallying, plus driver and personality profiles, and detailed car evolution.

FIAT in Motorsport

Author: ANTHONY. BAGNALL
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781845851859
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
FIAT in Motorsport is an in-depth look at Fiat's historical and prestigious involvement in all forms of motorsport from the earliest days of racing right up to the present day. The achievements of the cars and drivers are described in detail, along with many original photographs, sourced from the official Fiat archives. In the early days, before the First World War, Fiat was a major contender in Grand Prix racing, and employed many of the leading drivers of the era. Although it withdrew from Grand Prix racing in 1927, Fiat cars were still to be seen participating in high-profile races, such as the Mille Miglia. In these events most Fiat models were sports editions of the highly successful 'Balilla' range. In 1952 the introduction of the sensational 8V coupé resulted in many racing successes in private owners' hands, while the late 1950s saw the introduction of 'Formula Junior' class of racing and Fiat-engined cars were very successful in the early years. In the 1970s, Abarth, then owned by Fiat, successfully ran the rally team, which resulted in three World Championships. Speed record attempts over the years are also detailed in this fascinating history of Fiat's sporting achievements.

Road & Track

Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Automobile racing
Languages : en
Pages : 1128

Book Description