USAC in the 1971 season. Full information
16th season of the USAC proved to be an exhilarating ride for motorsport enthusiasts worldwide. Spanning from 28th February to 23rd October in 1971, this season showcased thrilling races, unexpected twists, and fierce competition. Join us as we relive the excitement and drama that unfolded throughout this unforgettable season of USAC!
List of races and tracks in the 1971 season
| Race | Winner | Track | Race Start | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1971 Rafaela Indycars Race 1 |
Al Unser
Colt 70, #1 |
Rafaela | 28th February 1971 |
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1971 Rafaela Indycars Race 2 |
Al Unser
Colt 71, #1 |
Rafaela | 28th February 1971 |
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1971 Phoenix Indycars Race 1 |
Al Unser
Colt 71, #1 |
Phoenix | 27th March 1971 |
|
1971 Trenton Indycars Race 1 |
Mike Mosley
Eagle ? 1971, #4 |
Trenton | 25th April 1971 |
|
1971 Indianapolis 500 |
Al Unser
Colt 71, #1 |
Indianapolis | 29th May 1971 |
|
1971 Milwaukee Indycars Race 1 |
Al Unser
Colt 71, #1 |
Milwaukee | 6th June 1971 |
|
1971 Pocono 500 |
Mark Donohue
McLaren M16A, #66 |
Pocono | 3rd July 1971 |
|
1971 Michigan Indycars |
Mark Donohue
McLaren M16A, #66 |
Michigan | 18th July 1971 |
|
1971 Milwaukee Indycars Race 2 |
Bobby Unser
Eagle 71, #2 |
Milwaukee | 15th August 1971 |
|
1971 California 500 |
Joe Leonard
Colt 71, #15 |
Ontario | 5th September 1971 |
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1971 Trenton Indycars Race 2 |
Bobby Unser
Eagle 71, #2 |
Trenton | 3rd October 1971 |
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1971 Phoenix Indycars Race 2 |
AJ Foyt jr
Coyote 71, #9 |
Phoenix | 23rd October 1971 |
Drivers championship 1971
List of all drivers for the 1971 season
| Name | Points |
|---|---|
| Joe Leonard | 3015 |
| AJ Foyt jr | 2320 |
| Billy Vukovich | 2250 |
| Al Unser | 2200 |
| Lloyd Ruby | 1830 |
| Bobby Unser | 1805 |
| Gary Bettenhausen | 1800 |
| Mark Donohue | 1760 |
| Mario Andretti | 1370 |
| Wally Dallenbach | 1220 |
| Art Pollard | 1170 |
| Peter Revson | 1100 |
| Roger McCluskey | 1050 |
| Jim Malloy | 1030 |
| Steve Krisiloff | 990 |
| Cale Yarborough | 710 |
| Mike Mosley | 655 |
| Swede Savage | 590 |
| Johnny Rutherford | 570 |
| Dick Simon | 405 |
| Jim McElreath | 370 |
| Bud Tingelstad | 300 |
| LeeRoy Yarbrough | 280 |
| George Eaton | 270 |
| Greg Weld | 260 |
| Denny Zimmerman | 250 |
| Gordon Johncock | 225 |
| Sam Sessions | 220 |
| George Snider | 200 |
| John Mahler | 200 |
| Larry Dickson | 160 |
| Bentley Warren | 120 |
| Bruce Walkup | 100 |
| Karl Busson | 100 |
| John Martin | 100 |
| Al Loquasto | 80 |
| Jerry Karl | 60 |
| Ludwig Heimrath | 60 |
| Carl Williams | 40 |
| Mel Kenyon | 30 |
| Salt Walther | 30 |
| Dee Jones | 15 |
| Jimmy Caruthers | 15 |
| Bill Simpson | 15 |
List of all cars in the 1971 season
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Pratt & Whitney
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Rambler
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Offenhauser
Ford TC