Date of Introduction
May 1973
Model Line Up
Prices at Time of Introduction
$3 578
Total Number Built
Identification Information
Engines
Engine: Nissan A12 series
Capacity: 1172cc (71.4 cubic inches)
Type: Conventional, watercooled four stroke, reciprocating piston, single overhead cam
Number of Cylinders: 4
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline. Front engine rear wheel drive
Head Design: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv, 2 valves per cylinder
Fuel System: Naturally aspirated, 2 barrel hitachi DCG286 downdraft type carburettor
Bore and Stroke: 73mm (2.87 inches) x 70mm (2.32 inches)
Power: 51kW (68hp) @ 6 000rpm
Torque: 96Nm (71 ft-lbs) @ 4000rpm
Compression Ratio: 9:1
Transmissions
Type: 4 Speed Manual, Synchromesh on all gears
1st: 3.60:1
2nd: 2.25:1
3rd: 1.41:1
4th: 1.00:1
R: 3.65:1
Type: 3 Jatco L3N 3 speed Automatic
1st: 2.46:1
2nd: 1.46:1
3rd: 1.00:1
R: 2.18:1
Type: 5 Speed manual
1st: 3.32:1
2nd: 2.01:1
3rd: 1.31:1
4th: 1.00:1
5th: 0.86:1
Reverse: 3.38:1
Rear Axle
Type: Hypoid Bevel Differential
Ratio: 3.90
Clutch
Single cushion disc, dry plate clutch
Chassis
Monocoque (Unibody)
Suspension
Front: Independent coil spring suspension
Rear: Live axle and Semi Elliptic leaf springs
Steering
Recirculating ball, 15:1 ratio
Turning Circle: 8.6m (28.2 ft)
Turns lock to lock: 3.8
Brakes
Power assisted hydraulic system
Front: 232mm (9.1 inch) Disc brakes
Rear: 228mm (9 inch) Drum brakes, self adjusting
Hand Brake: Mechanically operated on rear wheels
Tandem master cylinder, separate front and rear circuits
Electrical
12 volt coil and 40 amp hr alternator
Battery capacity: 48(ah)
Exhaust
Single tail pipe, semi extractor, zinc annealed type muffler
Wheels
Ventilated Steel, 6.45x 14 inch
Tyres
155 SR 13
Exterior Dimensions (Sedan)
Wheelbase: 2 340mm (92.1 inches)
Length: 3 950mm (155.5 inches)
Width: 1 545mm (60.8 inches)
Height: 1 350mm (53.1 inches)
Kerb Weight: 808kg (1781lbs)
Front Track: 1 260mm (49.6 inches)
Rear Track: 1255mm (49.4 inches)
Ground Clearance: 170mm (6.7 inches)
Fuel tank capacity: 55L