Key Specifications

Spec	Value
Production Years	1967--1973
Manufacturer	Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. (sold as Datsun)
Assembly	Oppama, Kanagawa, Japan; Zama, Kanagawa, Japan
Body Styles	2-door sedan, 4-door sedan, 5-door wagon (estate)
Layout	Front engine, rear-wheel drive
Platform	Nissan Bluebird 510 (P510/KP510)
Construction	Steel monocoque (unibody)
Model Code	P510 (2-door), P510 (4-door), WP510 (wagon)
Market Names	Datsun 510 (North America), Datsun 1600 (Australia/NZ), Nissan Bluebird 510 (Japan)

Dimensions

Dimension	2-Door	4-Door	Wagon
Wheelbase	2,420 mm (95.3 in)	2,420 mm (95.3 in)	2,420 mm (95.3 in)
Overall Length	4,095 mm (161.2 in)	4,095 mm (161.2 in)	4,175 mm (164.4 in)
Overall Width	1,560 mm (61.4 in)	1,560 mm (61.4 in)	1,560 mm (61.4 in)
Overall Height	1,400 mm (55.1 in)	1,400 mm (55.1 in)	1,410 mm (55.5 in)
Kerb Weight	890 kg (1,962 lb)	920 kg (2,028 lb)	950 kg (2,094 lb)
Fuel Tank Capacity	50 L (11.0 imp gal)	50 L (11.0 imp gal)	50 L (11.0 imp gal)
Boot/Cargo Capacity	370 L (13.1 cu ft)	370 L (13.1 cu ft)	750 L (26.5 cu ft)

Engine Specifications

L16, 1595cc (Standard, Most Markets)

Spec	Value
Configuration	Inline 4, SOHC, 8-valve
Displacement	1,595 cc
Bore x Stroke	83.0 mm x 73.7 mm
Compression Ratio	8.5:1
Power	71 kW (96 hp) @ 6,000 rpm
Torque	133 Nm (98 lb-ft) @ 4,000 rpm
Fuel System	Single Hitachi HJG46W downdraft carburettor (standard)
Fuel System (SSS)	Twin Hitachi SU-type carburettors
Ignition	Contact breaker points
Valvetrain	Chain-driven SOHC, mechanical lifters
Oil Capacity	3.8 L (with filter)
Recommended Oil	20W-50 mineral
Redline	7,000 rpm

L13, 1296cc (Some Markets)

Spec	Value
Configuration	Inline 4, SOHC, 8-valve
Displacement	1,296 cc
Bore x Stroke	73.0 mm x 77.5 mm
Compression Ratio	8.5:1
Power	55 kW (74 hp) @ 6,000 rpm
Torque	105 Nm (77 lb-ft) @ 4,000 rpm
Fuel System	Single downdraft carburettor

L14, 1428cc (Some Markets)

Spec	Value
Configuration	Inline 4, SOHC, 8-valve
Displacement	1,428 cc
Bore x Stroke	76.0 mm x 78.8 mm
Compression Ratio	8.5:1
Power	62 kW (83 hp) @ 6,000 rpm
Torque	117 Nm (86 lb-ft) @ 4,000 rpm

Transmission Options

Transmission	Type	Gears	Applications
Nissan F4W63A	Manual	4-speed (all synchro)	Standard (all models)
Nissan F4W63A (close-ratio)	Manual	4-speed (close-ratio)	SSS
Nissan FS5W60A	Manual	5-speed	Optional (late models, some markets)
Jatco 3N71B	Automatic	3-speed	Optional

Gear Ratios (F4W63A Standard 4-Speed)

Gear	Ratio
1st	3.382
2nd	2.010
3rd	1.308
4th	1.000
Reverse	3.657

Gear Ratios (F4W63A Close-Ratio, SSS)

Gear	Ratio
1st	3.062
2nd	1.858
3rd	1.308
4th	1.000
Reverse	3.382

Final Drive Ratios

Model	Ratio
Standard (L16, 4-speed)	3.889
SSS	3.889
Automatic	3.545

Differential

Spec	Value
Type	Open (standard); optional limited-slip on SSS
Housing	Removable third member

Suspension

Component	Front	Rear
Type	Independent, MacPherson strut	Independent, semi-trailing arm
Springs	Coil	Coil
Dampers	Telescopic hydraulic	Telescopic hydraulic
Anti-roll Bar	Optional (standard on SSS)	No

Brakes

Standard

Component	Front	Rear
Type	Drum	Drum
Diameter	228 mm (9.0 in)	228 mm (9.0 in)

SSS / Optional Disc Front

Component	Front	Rear
Type	Solid disc	Drum
Disc Diameter	244 mm (9.6 in)	--
Drum Diameter	--	228 mm (9.0 in)
Servo Assisted	Yes	--
ABS	Not available	--

Steering

Spec	Value
Type	Rack and pinion
Power Assist	Not available
Turns Lock-to-Lock	3.2
Turning Circle	9.4 m (30.8 ft)

Performance (Approximate, Period Road Tests)

Model	0--60 mph	0--100 km/h	Quarter Mile	Top Speed
L16 Standard (single carb)	14.5 s	15.5 s	19.5 s	160 km/h (99 mph)
L16 SSS (twin carb)	12.8 s	13.5 s	18.5 s	170 km/h (106 mph)
L13	17.5 s	18.5 s	20.8 s	145 km/h (90 mph)

Fuel Economy (Approximate, Mixed Driving)

Model	L/100 km	mpg (imperial)
L16 Standard	9.0	31
L16 SSS	9.5	30
L13	8.0	35

Tyre Specifications

Model	Standard
Standard	5.60-13 crossply or 155SR13 radial
SSS	165SR13 radial

Wheel Specifications

Spec	Value
Standard	13" x 4.5" steel
SSS	13" x 4.5" steel (sport wheel covers)
Bolt Pattern	4 x 114.3
Centre Bore	66.1 mm

Electrical

Spec	Value
System	12V negative earth
Battery	12V, 45 Ah
Charging	Generator (early) / alternator (late)
Headlights	7" round sealed beam

Service Intervals

Service Item	Interval
Engine oil and filter	5,000 km or 6 months
Valve clearance adjustment	10,000 km
Contact breaker points	10,000 km
Spark plugs	20,000 km
Air filter	20,000 km
Timing chain inspection	60,000 km
Coolant	24 months
Brake fluid	24 months
Gearbox oil	40,000 km
Differential oil	40,000 km
Carburettor service	20,000 km

Model Variants

Standard (1600 / 510)

Spec	Value
Engine	L16 (single carburettor)
Power	71 kW (96 hp)
Brakes	Drum/drum
Equipment	Basic trim, vinyl seats

SSS (Super Sports Sedan)

Spec	Value
Engine	L16 (twin carburettors, some markets)
Power	74--80 kW (100--109 hp) depending on market
Brakes	Disc/drum (most markets)
Equipment	Sport trim, close-ratio gearbox, optional LSD

Wagon

Spec	Value
Engine	L16 (single carburettor)
Power	71 kW (96 hp)
Body	5-door estate based on 4-door platform
Equipment	Standard trim with increased cargo capacity

Common L-Series Engine Swap Specifications

Engine	Displacement	Power (stock)	Notes
L16 (original)	1,595 cc	96 hp	Standard fitment
L18	1,770 cc	105 hp	Direct bolt-in from 710/B210
L20B	1,952 cc	125 hp	Direct bolt-in from 620/710; most popular upgrade
L24	2,393 cc	150 hp	From 240Z; fits with minor modification

Production Numbers (Worldwide, Approximate)

Variant	Units
2-door sedan	~150,000
4-door sedan	~380,000
Wagon	~60,000
Total	~590,000