Quote Originally Posted by AnttiL View Post
In 1996 the drivers could pick 7 best from the 9 rounds. In 1994 8 best from 10. In 1993 and before the calendar had typically 12-13 rounds but only the best 7-8 was counted. Biasion won his titles in 1988 and 1989 with 7 and 6 starts respectively. In 1987 all of the three Lancia drivers were given equally 7 starts.

It was very untypical to do full seasons before 1995. The closest one I know is Alen in 1986, all rallies except Ivory Coast.
Even "worse" : Inthese days drivers did not compete on equal footing as some entered more events than others, and some events were poorerly supported and by just finishing you were guaranteed a top 3 finish. This did not make the likes of Biasion, Sainz etc... less worthy champions ....