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Friday favourite: Peugeot’s Group B gold standard that began Kankkunen’s legend
Juha Kankkunen, a World Rally Championship legend, considers the Peugeot 205 T16 his favorite car because it delivered his first world title in 1986. The Peugeot 205 T16 is highly regarded as one of the most iconic vehicles in WRC history, representing the infamous and dangerous Group B era. Peugeot introduced the 205 T16 in 1984 and quickly made a strong impression, winning three of the final four rallies that year. By 1986, the car had evolved into the fire-breathing E2 version, producing 500 horsepower. The Peugeot 205 T16 won back-to-back manufacturers titles in 1985-86. Despite the challenges and dangers of driving during that time, Kankkunen enjoyed the experience and considered the 205 T16 a car for serious drivers. Kankkunen went on to defend his world title in 1987 and win two more titles in 1991 and 1993 before retiring.
