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Nissan Datsun 140 J 1.4 (65 Hp)
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Nissan Datsun:
Datsun was a Japanese automobile manufacturer brand owned by Nissan. Datsun's original production run began in 1931. From 1958 to 1986, only vehicles exported by Nissan were identified as Datsun. Nissan phased out the Datsun brand in March 1986, but relaunched it in June 2013 as the brand for low-cost vehicles manufactured for emerging markets. Nissan considered phasing out the Datsun brand for a second time in 2019 and 2020, eventually discontinuing the struggling brand in April 2022....(Read more on Wikipedia)
140 J Overview:
Nissan Datsun (140 J). A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.4 (65 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.4-liter engine provided adequate power for daily commuting and city driving, though highway performance was modest. It was designed for efficiency and reliability rather than spirited acceleration.
Fuel Economy
With 65 Hp, this engine offered reasonable fuel economy for its time, making it an economical choice for budget-conscious buyers, especially in urban environments.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent reliability for its era
- • Economical to run and maintain
- • Practical and spacious interior for a compact sedan
- • Affordable purchase price
Cons:
- • Limited power and acceleration
- • Basic safety features by modern standards
- • Unrefined ride quality
- • Dated styling compared to some contemporaries
Specifications:
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Datsun |
| Generation: | 140 J |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 (65 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1973 |
| End of production: | 1977 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 65 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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