The Audi Quattro A2 is one of the most legendary cars in the history of rally competition, representing a milestone in the evolution of all-wheel drive and automotive technologies.
Introduced in 1980, the Audi Quattro (A1 model) revolutionized motorsport by bringing innovative all-wheel drive to racing. However, the Audi Quattro A2, the evolution of the model, debuted in 1982.
The A2, lighter and more aerodynamic than its predecessor, featured a 2.1-liter 5-cylinder turbo engine, capable of producing around 300 hp. This model was crucial for Audi’s dominance in the 1980s rally scene, particularly in the World Rally Championship (WRC), where the Quattro A2 triumphed with drivers like Hannu Mikkola and Stig Blomqvist.
Its impact was groundbreaking: thanks to the all-wheel drive, the Audi Quattro A2 had a significant advantage in low-grip conditions, such as snow and ice, where other cars struggled. In 1984, Audi won the Manufacturers’ Championship in the WRC, cementing the success of the A2.
Today, the Audi Quattro A2 is a highly sought-after historic car by collectors and a symbol of technological innovation in motorsport.
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NAME: Audi Quattro A2
VERSIONS: No.1 Mikkola Hannu / Hertz Arne - First place, Rally of the 1000 Lakes 1983
BRAND: Audi
YEAR: 1983
SCALE: 1:12
CATEGORY: Rally
