Rally Giants - Fiat 131 Abarth
Code No: 21311
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Published: 2008
Binding: Softcover
No. Pages: 128
Dimensions: 21 x 19
Illustrations: 44 colour and 51 black & white photographs
Description: When Fiat entered rallying in 1970, its ultimate aim was to become World Rally Champion - and the 131 Abath of 1976-1980 made that possible. The 131 Abarth not only replaced the 124 Abarth Spider sports cars, but was also favoured ahead of the charismatic Lancia Stratos. By 1970s standards, the 131 Abarth was the most extreme, and effective, of all homologation specials. Compared with the 131 family cars on which it was originally based, it had different engine, transmission and suspension layouts, was backed by big budgets and by a team of superstar drivers, and 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.
