Sierra Cosworth Rally Costa Brava 1991 SW

Sierra Cosworth Rally Costa Brava 1991 SW

Details:

1:32 Scale slot car from FLY Car Model of the Ford Sierra Sapphire Cosworth 4x4 as based on the prototype that competed in the 1991 Costa Brava Rally. It was driven at the event held in Catalunya by Fernando Capdevila and Alfredo Rodrigues in their green Canarias sponsored Sapphire.

This model is fitted with a powerful motor and has excellent running characteristics, due to its Four-Wheel-Drive system replicating the real car. It is compatible with most analogue track systems including Scalextric.

Features:

• Highly detailed 1:32 Scale Model
• Powerful motor rated at 18k rpm
• Four-Wheel-Drive in-line chassis design
• Fitted Magnet
• Copper Braids
• Rubber Tyres
• Clear Plastic Display Box
• Based on the prototype seen at Rally Costa Brava in 1991

Historical Background

The Rally Costa Brava has long been one of Spain’s most respected rally competitions, known for its technical asphalt stages and demanding mountain roads. By 1991, the event had become a key fixture for both international and national competitors, attracting a diverse field of high-performance rally machines.

Among the standout cars of the era was the Ford Sierra RS Cosworth, a model that had already established itself as a dominant force in touring car racing and rally competition. Developed by Ford Motor Company with performance engineering from Cosworth, the Sierra RS Cosworth featured a turbocharged 2.0-litre engine and rear-wheel-drive layout, delivering the power and balance needed for fast, technical tarmac rallies like the Costa Brava.

In the 1991 Rally Costa Brava, the Ford Sierra RS Cosworth was a popular choice among privateer teams and experienced drivers, valued for its strong acceleration, high-speed stability, and proven motorsport pedigree. Its combination of turbocharged performance and precise handling made it particularly effective on the flowing yet challenging Catalonian stages.

The Sierra Cosworth’s rally presence during this period reflected a transitional era in rallying, as competitors balanced traditional rear-wheel-drive performance with the increasing rise of four-wheel-drive technology. Despite growing competition, the Cosworth remained a formidable contender in the right hands.

For slot car enthusiasts, the Ford Sierra RS Cosworth from the 1991 Rally Costa Brava offers a perfect blend of power, heritage, and classic rally style. It represents a golden age of turbocharged performance and independent competition on Europe’s most iconic rally roads.