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-== Datsun 1200 (B110) Body Styles ==+Datsun 1200 was manufactured in the full range of models: Sedans, Coupes, Wagons and Trucks.
-In Japan, the B110 is called the [[History of Datsun 1200|Sunny]].+
-[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=750 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/750.jpg][http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=753 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/753.jpg]+= Datsun 1200 (B110) Body Styles =
 +In Japan, the B110 is called the Datsun [[History of Datsun 1200|Sunny]]. In most other countries it was marketed as the Datsun 1200.
-[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=751 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/751.jpg][http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=754 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/754.jpg]+{{Album|750|jpg}} {{Album|753|jpg}}
-[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=752 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/752.jpg][http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=755 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/755.jpg]+{{Album|751|jpg}} {{Album|754|jpg}}
-[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=749 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/749.jpg][http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=748 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/748.jpg]+{{Album|752|jpg}} {{Album|755|jpg}}
-2-dr Coupe (fastback)+2-door Sedan and 2-door Coupe
-<br>[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=148 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/148.jpg][http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=312 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/312.gif]+<br>{{Album|749|jpg}} {{Album|748|jpg}}
-2-dr Wagon (Van)+{{Body_Styles}}
-<br> [http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=420 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/420.jpg][http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=421 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/421.jpg]+
-4-dr Wagon (a.k.a. 5-dr Wagon)+[http://datsun1200.com/search.php Search the Photo Album] for more pictures of all these models.
-<br>[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/638.jpg http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/638.jpg] [http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/672.jpg http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/672.jpg]+
-2-dr Sedan+= So what's the difference between a 2-dr 'sedan' and a 2-dr 'coupe'?' =
-<br>[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/140.jpg http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/140.jpg] [http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/143.jpg http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/143.jpg]+A sedan is a car with a back seat, where the back seats passengers have more of less the same room as the front seat passengers. Also, it has a trunk compartment separated from the passenger cabin.
- +<br>{{Album!|748}} See main article: [[B110R]]
-4-dr Sedan+
-<br>[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=515 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/515.jpg][http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=514 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/514.jpg]+
- +
-2-dr Utility (aka truck, pickup, 'ute', camioneta or bakkie)+
-<br>[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/235.jpg http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/235.jpg] [http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/237.jpg http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/237.jpg]+
- +
-[http://datsun1200.com/search.php Search the Photo Album] for more pictures of all these models.+
-== So what's the difference between a 2-dr 'sedan' and a 2-dr 'coupe'?' == +A coupe on the other hand, due to styling, has a smaller cramped passenger area.
-A sedan is a car with a back seat, where the back seats passengers have more of less the same room as the front seat passengers. Also, it has a separate trunk compartment.+<br>{{Album!|749}} See main article: [[KB110]]
-A coupe on the other hand has no back seat or a smaller cramped passenger area. 
-  
<blockquote><hr>coupe [ koop ] <blockquote><hr>coupe [ koop ]
car with two doors: a car with two doors and a hard, fixed roof that seats two people or has a small rear seat. car with two doors: a car with two doors and a hard, fixed roof that seats two people or has a small rear seat.
- Also called coupe: [http://encarta.msn.com/dictionary_1861670956/coupe.html Coupe - Encarta World English Dictionary]<hr></blockquote><p>So the 1200 coupe is a 2+2 ('has a small rear seat'), while the sedan is more optimized for both front and rear passengers (the 1200 sedan has more headroom in back seat, you'll notice, even though the seats are the same size). + [http://encarta.msn.com/dictionary_1861670956/coupe.html Coupe - Encarta World English Dictionary]<hr></blockquote><p>So the 1200 coupe is a 2+2 ('has a small rear seat'), while the sedan is more optimized for both front and rear passengers (the 1200 sedan has more headroom in back seat, you'll notice, even though the seats are the same size).
This is another example of the word evolving over time. Originally coupe meant two passengers inside and a driver outside. This is another example of the word evolving over time. Originally coupe meant two passengers inside and a driver outside.
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[http://encarta.msn.com/dictionary_1861712364/sedan.html Sedan - Encarta World English Dictionary]<hr></blockquote> [http://encarta.msn.com/dictionary_1861712364/sedan.html Sedan - Encarta World English Dictionary]<hr></blockquote>
-In the case of the 1200 Coupe, the trunk area is not separate from the passenger compartment (even though it has a 'trunk lid' not a hatchback).+In the case of the 1200 Coupe, the trunk area is not separate from the passenger compartment (even though it has a '[[Trunk_%26_Bumper_Part_Numbers#Coupe|trunk lid]]' rather than a hatchback).
-== Trim levels ==+{{Album|16330}}
 + 
 += Trim levels =
Trim levels and names vary by country, but include basic Standard, better Semi-Deluxe, Deluxe (DX) luxury GL (Grand Luxury) and sporty GX (Grand Luxury Twin-Carb). Trim levels and names vary by country, but include basic Standard, better Semi-Deluxe, Deluxe (DX) luxury GL (Grand Luxury) and sporty GX (Grand Luxury Twin-Carb).
-http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/743.jpg 
-[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=743 Japan-market trim levels for B110 (1200) and PB110 (1400)] 
-http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/461.jpg+ See main article: [[Trim]]
-[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=461 Coupes only came in the higher trim levels]+
-== Model Availability By Country ==+{{Album!|743}}
 + 
 +'''STD''' ([[Trim#Standard|Standard]]) trim was not available for Coupe. It included painted bumpers (instead of chrome), no roof rain gutters (drip rails).
 + 
 +'''DX''' ([[Trim#Deluxe|Deluxe]]) was the base Coupe trim, and one step up for Sedan and Truck.
 +* all STD features including drum brakes and rubber floor mats
 +* chrome bumpers
 +* roof rain-drip moulding
 + 
 +'''GL''' ([[Trim#GL|Grand Luxe]]) included premium seats and steering wheel. It was available on 4-dr Sedan, Coupe and 1972 2-door sedan (GTR).
 + 
 +'''GX''' ([[Trim#GX|GL Twin Carb]]) was the top of the line for the B110 model series. It included all the GL appointments, plus twin carburetor engine. Available only on 4-dr and Coupe. Datsun-Nissan [[South Africa]] also produced GX version, but with different hubcaps and interiors.
 + 
 += GX-5 =
 +GX-5 was not a trim level, but a special model for year 1972. It was a GX with 5-speed transmission and a few other changes, including high-back seats.
 + 
 + See main article: [[GX-5]]
 + 
 += 1972 Facelift =
 +In Japan, a minor facelift was applied to 1972 B110s, including a "power bulge" hood on Standard and Deluxe models.
 + 
 + See main article: [[Facelift]]
 + 
 += Model Availability By Country =
'''Australia''' got the Coupe, 4-dr Sedan, Ute, 4-dr Wagon and 2-dr Wagon '''Australia''' got the Coupe, 4-dr Sedan, Ute, 4-dr Wagon and 2-dr Wagon
-<br>[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=15 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/15.jpg][http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=17 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/17.jpg]+<br>{{Album|15|jpg}} {{Album|17|jpg}}
 + 
 +'''Germany''' 1974
 +<br>{{Photo|Datsun-1200-1974.jpg|Datsun%201200}} {{Photo|5679097351_f2700c9b29_o.jpg|Datsun%201200}}
'''United States''' got only the 2-dr Deluxe Sedan and the standard or Deluxe Coupe in left-hand drive version (LB110). LHD models have hydraulic clutches. '''United States''' got only the 2-dr Deluxe Sedan and the standard or Deluxe Coupe in left-hand drive version (LB110). LHD models have hydraulic clutches.
-<br>[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=130 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/130.jpg][http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=131 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/131.jpg]+<br>{{Album|130|jpg}} {{Album|131|jpg}}
'''England''' '''England'''
-The 'Sunny 1200s' in the UK were:<li>Deluxe 2-Door Saloon</li><li>Deluxe 4-Door Saloon (sedan)</li><li>Coupe</li><li>Estate Car (station wagon) +The 'Sunny 1200s' in the UK were:
 + * Deluxe 2-Door Saloon
 + * Deluxe 4-Door Saloon (sedan)
 + * Coupe
 + * Estate Car (station wagon)
'''Japan''' got everything :-) including the Standard, GL, and Deluxe trims. In late 1971, the GX was added. '''Japan''' got everything :-) including the Standard, GL, and Deluxe trims. In late 1971, the GX was added.
-<br>[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=738 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/738.jpg][http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=737 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/737.jpg][http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=736 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/736.jpg]+<br>{{Album|738|jpg}} {{Album|737|jpg}}
-<br>[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=154 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/154.jpg]+<br>{{Album|154|jpg}}
-<br>That's the 1200 GX (B110) on the left, and the special Excellent 1400 series (PB110) on the right. Excellent models have a different front bonnet (hood), grill and wings (fenders) and tail lights, and different interior from B110s.+<br>That's the 1200 GX (B110) on the left, and the special Excellent 1400 series (PB110) on the right.
-* lights in grille+ 
-* pointed bonnet+'''Excellent''' models have a different front bonnet (hood), grill and wings (fenders) and tail lights, and different interior from B110s.
-* lights at edges of grill+ * lights in grille
 + * pointed bonnet
 + * lights at edges of grill
For more info on the PB110, see the article [[PB110|Datsun PB110 Excellent Series]] For more info on the PB110, see the article [[PB110|Datsun PB110 Excellent Series]]
'''Ecuador''' built the 1200 pickup during the 1990s '''Ecuador''' built the 1200 pickup during the 1990s
 +<br>{{wikiFile|8/8b|Nissan_1200_Pickup_Ecuador.jpg}}
-== Sunny Truck ==+= Truck =
-2-dr Utility (aka truck, pickup, 'ute' or bakkie). Technically these are B120 (1200cc) and B140 (1400cc) models. +2-dr Sunny Truck was sold around the world as the 1200 Pickup, 'ute', camioneta or bakkie.
-[http://www.um.co.za/nissan/models/1400/gallery.html Nissan South Africa] still makes the B140 long-wheelbase ute:+ See main article: [[B120]]
-[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=150 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/150.jpg]+
-<br>2003 Bakkie B140+
-The Bakkie is also called the '[http://www.autoafrica.co.za/content/news/singlepage.asp?in=1755 Botsotso]' after the South African Chief's soccer legend 'Botsotso' Dladla.+South Africa sold the B120 until 1979, Australia until 1985, Japan until 1994.
 +<br>{{Album|736}}
-Australia produced the B120 until 1985.+Nissan South Africa made the [[B140]] short-wheelbase ute from 1980-2007 "Nissan LDV 1400":
 +<br>{{Photo|heritage.jpg|Datsun%201200/Sunny%20Truck/bakkie/docs}}
-New Zealand produced the [http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=303 RoadStar] and [http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=385 SportStar] utes.+New Zealand produced the long-wheelbase [http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=303 RoadStar] and [http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=385 SportStar] utes.
-http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/303.jpg+<br>{{Album|303}}
-In South America, the 1200 'pick up' was sold until the 90s (?) and is called a camioneta (light truck). You can sometimes find a used one for sale in Costa Rica or [http://ec.clasificados.st/autos?tb=datsun&c%5B%5D=&r%5B%5D= Ecuador] even today. Production in Ecuador started [http://www.expreso.ec/autos/produccion1.asp in 1987]+In South America, the 1200 'pick up' was sold new into the 1990s and is called a camioneta (light truck). You can sometimes find a used one for sale in Costa Rica or [[B120#Ecuador|Ecuador]] even today.
 +<br>{{Album|14565}}
-== 1200 GX ==+= SSS 1200 =
-[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=118 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/667.jpg]+The Datsun 1200 SSS was a special version of the Datsun B110 created by Datsun New Zealand. It was sold through the 1974 model year, even though 1200 factory production stopped in 1973. Based on the B110 4-dr sedan, it featured twin sidedraught carburettors, special alloy wheels and blacked-out bonnet.
-<br>Regular Wagon with GX trim added+
-The Japan-only GX 4-dr and GX Coupes had:<li>[http://datsun1200.com/modules/nsections/index.php?op=viewarticle&artid=33 Special A12GX engine] with custom intake air box</li><li>(1972-73 only) Hood has slight raised center bulge for GX and GL trims</li><li>special grille with GX emblem</li><li>GX badge on boot</li><li>GX taillights</li><li>wood steering wheel</li><li>high back seats</li><li>heated rear window</li>+ See Main Article: [[Datsun 1200 SSS]]
-GX-5 features -- model year 1973 (cars made in 1972 (Year S47) and 1973 (Year S48))<li>5-speed trans with direct 1:1.00 5th gear</li><li>new front grille, lights and hood line</li><li>interior door panels</li><li>new instrument panel, similar to B210 and Excellent</li><li>red GX-5 strip along side of car+{{Album!|6729}}
-reference: [http://www.venus.dti.ne.jp/~mkokubun/Spec.htm Sunny and Cherry site]+
-== SSS 1200 ==+= S1 1200 =
-[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=85 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/85.jpg]+Entreposto of Portugal created and sold the Datsun 1200 S1, a 2-dr Sedan which included special badges and performance items.
-B110 SSS was a special version created by Datsun New Zealand. It has:<li>SSS grille badge</li><li>sss badge on the glove box</li><li>custom deep-dish steering wheel</li><li>twin 40mm Dellorto carbs</li><li>NZ-made intake manifold</li><li>custom air box (similar to the Japan Domestic Model GX airbox)</li><li>Coby extractors (headers)</li><li>Round gauges as in the coupe</li><li>black patches on the bonnet with black down the sills and front and rear skirts</li><li>driving lights (optional?)</li><li>Datsun Competition rally spec 270 degree camshaft</li><li>12' slotted 'mag' wheels by Ward Wheels</li><li>12 inch Jellybean mags by Cheviot with radial tyres</li><li>center console below heater with tachometer</li><li>two flat-black rectangle stripes on bonnet and boot</li><li>boot spoiler on some SSS vehicles (not all)</li><li>based on the Deluxe body,which provides the Deluxe interior arm rest door handles and high back front seats+
-discussion: [http://datsun1200.com/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=7987&post_id=20203&order=0&viewmode=flat&pid=20181&forum=1 Datsun 1200 sss]+
-== S1 1200 ==+ See Main Article: [[Datsun 1200 S1]]
-[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/viewcat.php?op=&cid=23 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/62.JPG]+
-[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=50 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/50.JPG]+
-Datsun of Portugal created and sold the S1 2-dr Sedan. It included:<li>gauge package: Tachometer, oil pressure and ammeter, Center console and Sport driving wheel </li><li>Fog lights</li><li>S1 badge</li><li>Double valve springs></li>+
-<li>Free flow exhaust system</li><li>Head work (+compression)</li><li>Enlarged 12'wheels</li><li>Modified guards flares (so enlarged weels will not hit the body)</li><li>Big Horizontal stripe in each side of the car</li>+
-<li>Different front grill, painted black and without the center datsun badje</li> <li>A12 engine with Red ignition coil and 75 HP rating+
-== Wheels Covers (hubcaps) ==+{{Photo!|46.jpg}}
-GL wheel covers. In the US, these were fitted to most coupes.+
-<br>[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=356 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/356.jpg][http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=215 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/215.jpg]+
-Deluxe Wheel covers. In the US, these were fitted to both 2-dr Sedans and Coupes.+= Custom Body Styles =
-<br>[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=122 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/122.jpg][http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=269 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/269.jpg][http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=517 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/517.jpg]+== Longnose ==
 +Supa Sunny
 +<br>{{Album|15319}} {{Album|15320}}
-Semi-Deluxe 'dog-dish' style hubcaps+== Hardtop ==
-<br>[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=151 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/151.jpg][http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=736 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/736.jpg]+Pillarless 1200
-SSS wheels 'jelly bean' aka 'slotted mag' style+ See Main Article: [[Hardtop]]
-<br>[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=85 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/85.jpg][http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=478 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/478.jpg]+
-Don't mistake these for 1200 wheel covers:+{{Album|23156}}
-* [http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=468 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/468.JPG] B10 (Datsun 1000)+
-* [http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=476 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/476.JPG] 510 (Datsun 1600) covers on B10]+
-== Custom Body Styles ==+== Roadsters & Convertibles ==
 + See main article: [[Convertible]]
-=== Roadsters & Convertibles ===+{{Album!|115|width=SM}} {{Album|1180|width=SM}}
-See main article: [[Convertible]]+
-http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/115.jpg http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/577.jpg] http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/1180.jpg+== Tudor 4-doors ==
- +
-=== Tudor 4-doors ===+
Tudor 4-doors are 2-door sedans created out of 4-door sedans. These are rarely seen, usually in a country where 2-dr sedans are rare. Tudor 4-doors are 2-door sedans created out of 4-door sedans. These are rarely seen, usually in a country where 2-dr sedans are rare.
-[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=11386 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/11386.jpg]+{{Album|11386}} {{Album|12494}} {{Album|19470}}
 + 
 +== Stretch Limousines ==
 +Lightly Stretched
 +<br>{{Album|11954}}
 +Stretched Ute
 +<br>{{Album|1754|jpg}}
-=== Stretch Limousines === 
Limo made from 4-dr sedan: Limo made from 4-dr sedan:
-<br>[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=744 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/744.jpg] Limousine +<br>{{Album|744|jpg}}
2-dr Sedan-based Limo: 2-dr Sedan-based Limo:
-<br>[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=1750 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/1750.jpg] +<br>{{Album|1750|jpg}}
Limousine is also the german word for sedan: Limousine is also the german word for sedan:
-<br>[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=777 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/777.jpg] +<br>{{Album|777|jpg}}
 +Chopped Top and lengthened wheelbase (extra-long rear doors)
 +<br>{{Album|11954}}
-=== Extra Cab Trucks ===+== Extra Cab Trucks ==
-For details on custom extra-cab versions of Datsun 1200 trucks, see: [[Extra cab]].+Custom extended-cab versions of Datsun 1200 trucks included C-utes and King Cabs.
-[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=708 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/thumbs/708.jpg] Extra-cab ute+ See Main Article: [[Extra cab]]
-== Comparison of B110 to B210 and B310 ==+{{Album!|708}}
-Some feel that the B110 was the perfection of the B-class (subcompact) rwd Datsun. Consider some facts:+ 
 +== Wide Body ==
 +Body kit
 + 
 +Sedan
 +<br>{{Album|12494|jpg}}
 + 
 +Coupe
 +<br>{{UploadPost|174_4fea290b1f9f5.jpg|411101|256}}
 + 
 +Ute
 +<br>{{Album|18659}} {{AlbumH|2811|jpg|259}}
 + 
 += Comparison of B110 to B210 and B310 =
 +Some feel that the B110 was the perfection of the B-class (subcompact) RWD Datsun. Consider some facts:
WEIGHT: lighter means faster accelerating with same engine<table border=1 cellspacing=0><tr><td> WEIGHT: lighter means faster accelerating with same engine<table border=1 cellspacing=0><tr><td>
B110</td><td>1640 pounds (700 kg)</td></tr><tr><td> B110</td><td>1640 pounds (700 kg)</td></tr><tr><td>
-B210</td><td>2000 pounds (overweight?)</td></tr><tr><td>+B210</td><td>1780 pounds (A12) or 2000 pounds (USA HB210 - overweight)</td></tr><tr><td>
-B310</td><td>2000 pounds (bigger than B210, yet just as light)</tr></td></table>+B310</td><td>1900 pounds (A12) or 2000 pounds (A14/A15) - bigger than B210, yet just as light</td></tr></table>
-Fuel Economy<table border=1 cellspacing=0><tr><td>+Fuel Economy - USA<table border=1 cellspacing=0><tr><td>
model</td><td>engine</td><td>trans</td><td>Highway</td></tr><tr><td> model</td><td>engine</td><td>trans</td><td>Highway</td></tr><tr><td>
B110</td><td>A12</td><td>4-speed</td><td>[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=23 37.9 mpg]</td></tr><tr><td> B110</td><td>A12</td><td>4-speed</td><td>[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=23 37.9 mpg]</td></tr><tr><td>
B210</td><td>A14</td><td>5-speed</td><td>[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=1661 50 mpg]</td></tr><tr><td> B210</td><td>A14</td><td>5-speed</td><td>[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=1661 50 mpg]</td></tr><tr><td>
-B310</td><td>A12A?</td><td>5-speed</td><td>47 mpg</tr></td></table>+B310</td><td>A14</td><td>5-speed</td><td>47 mpg</td></tr></table>
-Braking performance 60-0 mph (smaller is better):<table border=1 cellspacing=0><tr><td>+Braking performance - US 60-0 mph (smaller is better):<table border=1 cellspacing=0><tr><td>
model</td><td>light load</td><td>full load</td></tr><tr><td> model</td><td>light load</td><td>full load</td></tr><tr><td>
B110</td><td>195 ft</td><td>190 ft</td></tr><tr><td> B110</td><td>195 ft</td><td>190 ft</td></tr><tr><td>
B210</td><td>196 ft</td><td>211 ft</td></tr><tr><td> B210</td><td>196 ft</td><td>211 ft</td></tr><tr><td>
-B310</td><td>?</td><td>?</tr></td></table>+B310</td><td>?</td><td>?</td></tr></table>
-Acceleration & Passing (smaller is better):<table border=1 cellspacing=0><tr><td>+Acceleration & Passing - USA (smaller is better):<table border=1 cellspacing=0><tr><td>
model</td><td>engine</td><td>20-35 mph</td><td>50-80 mph</td></tr><tr><td> model</td><td>engine</td><td>20-35 mph</td><td>50-80 mph</td></tr><tr><td>
B110</td><td>A12</td><td>9.2 sec</td><td>16.6 sec</td></tr><tr><td> B110</td><td>A12</td><td>9.2 sec</td><td>16.6 sec</td></tr><tr><td>
B210</td><td>A13 (1974)</td><td>9.0 sec</td><td>15.6 sec</td></tr><tr><td> B210</td><td>A13 (1974)</td><td>9.0 sec</td><td>15.6 sec</td></tr><tr><td>
-B310</td><td>A14</td><td>?</td><td>?</tr></td></table>+B310</td><td>A14</td><td>?</td><td>?</td></tr></table>
Size (in millimeters):<table border=1 cellspacing=0><tr><td> Size (in millimeters):<table border=1 cellspacing=0><tr><td>
Line 189: Line 218:
B110</td><td>3830</td><td>2300</td><td>1495</td><td>1240</td><td>1390</td><td>4.1 m</td><td>170 mm</td></tr><tr><td> B110</td><td>3830</td><td>2300</td><td>1495</td><td>1240</td><td>1390</td><td>4.1 m</td><td>170 mm</td></tr><tr><td>
B210</td><td>4080</td><td>2340</td><td>1545</td><td>1275</td><td>1360</td><td>4.7 m</td><td>170</td></tr><tr><td> B210</td><td>4080</td><td>2340</td><td>1545</td><td>1275</td><td>1360</td><td>4.7 m</td><td>170</td></tr><tr><td>
-B310</td><td>4190</td><td>2340</td><td>1580</td><td>1330</td><td>1365</td><td>turning</td><td>165</tr></td></table>+B310</td><td>4190</td><td>2340</td><td>1580</td><td>1330</td><td>1365</td><td>turning</td><td>165</td></tr></table>
- +
-Subjective analysis+
- +
-<p>The B10, Datsun 1000, introduced in 1966 was a successful car. But really small by modern standards. And small compared to Corolla.+
- +
-the B110, Datsun 1200, introduced in 1970 was larger, almost identical in dimensions to Corolla. This was the right size for the times.+
- +
-The 1974 B210 had several goals for improvement over B110: Slightly larger, more world-ready, more luxurious. More interior room. Reduce NVH (noise, vibration and harshness). Because of the extra weight, Nissan USA was forced to fit larger engines to keep up the performance.+
-<p>Instead of the 'rational' styling of B110, B210 would have a 'Young and Dynamic' image based on the 'Streamline and a Cut' styling theme. It would also have a 'Sharp and Soft' atmosphere, 'Long-nosed' proportion, and 'Streamline and Dynamic' style (reference: 1974 B210 Introduction Service Bulleting). Was the B210 styling successful? On the one hand Yes, it definitely sold well, and many people today still like the coke-bottle styling. On the other hand No -- Datsun went back to the 'rational' styling for the B310. And many today see the B210 style as more dated.+
- +
-The 1979 B310 was longer and wider yet lower. And a return to the utilitarian (more boxy) styling. It handled better than B210, was more roomy, yet didn't weigh any more. It had a significantly smoother ride due to a change from rear leaf spring suspension (as used in trucks...) to coil-spring rear with 4-link design (as used in most large sedans of the times).+
- +
-== More Information ==+
- +
-See the [http://datsun1200.com/modules/nsections/index.php?op=listarticles&secid=6 Bodies Tech Section] for technical how-to articles.+
- +
- http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/7513.jpg width=320 +
-[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=7513 Datsun Chassis Codes]+
- +
-'''Body Codes'''<table valign='top' border='1' cellpadding=4 cellspacing=0><tr><td>'''BODY STYLE'''</td><td>''' CODE'''</td><td>''' DESCRIPTION '''</td></tr><tr><td>Datsun 1200 P/U (ute/truck)</td><td> B120STU</td><td>Truck RHD (right hand drive) pickup with manual transmission</td></tr><tr><td>Datsun 1200 P/U</td><td> LB120ST</td><td>Truck LHD (left hand drive)</td></tr><tr><td>Datsun 1200 Sedan</td><td> B110(S)(T)U</td><td>RHD 4-dr sedan MT (manual transmission)</td></tr><tr><td>Datsun 1200 Sedan</td><td> B110(S)AU</td><td>RHD 4-dr sedan AT (automatic transmission)</td></tr><tr><td>Datsun 1200 Sedan</td><td> LB110(S)T</td><td>LHD 4-dr sedan MT</td></tr><tr><td>Datsun 1200 Sedan</td><td> LB110A</td><td>LHD 4-dr sedan AT</td></tr><tr><td>Datsun 1200 Sedan</td><td> B110(S)(T)RU</td><td>RHD 2-dr sedan MT</td></tr><tr><td>Datsun 1200 Sedan</td><td> LB110ARU</td><td>RHD 2-dr sedan AT</td></tr><tr><td>Datsun 1200 Sedan</td><td> LB110(S)TR</td><td>LHD 2-dr sedan MT</td></tr><tr><td>Datsun 1200 Sedan</td><td> LB110TRN</td><td>LHD 2-dr sedan, Canada</td></tr><tr><td>Datsun 1200 Sedan</td><td> LB110AR</td><td>LHD 2-dr sedan AT</td></tr><tr><td>Datsun 1200 Van (wagon)</td><td> VB110(S)(T)U</td><td>RHD Van 4-dr MT</td></tr><tr><td>Datsun 1200 Van</td><td> VLB110(S)T</td><td>LHD Van 4-dr MT</td></tr><tr><td>Datsun 1200 Van</td><td> VB110STRU</td><td>RHD Van 2-dr MT</td></tr><tr><td>Datsun 1200 Van</td><td> VLB110(S)TR</td><td>LHD Van 2-dr MT</td></tr><tr><td>Datsun 1200 Coupe</td><td> KB110U</td><td>RHD Coupe MT<tr><td>Datsun 1200 Coupe</td><td> KLB110U</td><td>LHD Coupe MT</table>reference: [http://datsun1200.com/modules/mydownloads A10/A12 Service Manual page EG-3 (Nissan, Tokyo)]+
-[http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photo.php?lid=6815 http://datsun1200.com/modules/myalbum/photos/6815.jpg]+== Subjective Analysis ==
-'''Export Suffixes'''<table valign='top' border='1' cellpadding=4 cellspacing=0><tr><td>Suffix</td><td>Location</td><td>Note</td></tr><tr><td>U</td><td>export model</td><td>USA or anywhere outside Japan</td></tr><tr><td>V</td><td>California</td><td>reference: 1977 B210 shop manual</td></tr><tr><td>N</td><td>Canada</td><td>reference: 1977 B210 shop manual</td></tr></table>+The B10, Datsun 1000, introduced in 1966 was a successful car. But really small by modern standards. And small compared to Corolla. The B110, Datsun 1200, introduced in 1970 was larger, almost identical in dimensions to Corolla. This was the right size for the times.
-'''1972 Datsun Sunny 1200 (B110) Model codes'''+
-from Nissan publication C-231 'Catalog 1972 Datsun Sunny 1200 B110' (parts list)+The 1974 B210 had several goals for improvement over B110: Slightly larger, more world-ready, more luxurious. More interior room. Reduce NVH (noise, vibration and harshness). For most countries the A12-powered B210 was nearly identical to B110 except for styling. For North America, because of the emissions controls, competition with more power, and the extra weight mandated by safety regulations, Nissan USA was forced to fit larger engines to keep up the performance.
-'''Body styles'''<table valign='top' border='1' cellpadding=4 cellspacing=0><tr><td>K-</td><td>Coupe (Kuupe)</td></tr><tr><td>V-</td><td>Van (wagon)</td></tr><tr><td>-R</td><td>2-dr sedan or van</td></tr><tr><td>L-</td><td>Left hand drive (LHD)</td></tr><tr><td>W-</td><td>Wagon (starting with B310)</td></tr></table>'''Trim Levels'''<table valign='top' border='1' cellpadding=4 cellspacing=0> <tr><td>-S</td><td>Standard</td></tr><tr><td>.</td><td>(no suffix) Deluxe (or for van, Super Deluxe)</td></tr><tr><td>-G</td><td>GL (Grand Luxury)</td></tr><tr><td>-P</td><td>Deluxe van</td></tr><tr><td>-K</td><td>Karb (Grand Luxury X Twin Carb)</td></tr></table>+Instead of the 'rational' styling of B110, B210 would have a 'Young and Dynamic' image based on the 'Streamline and a Cut' styling theme. It would also have a 'Sharp and Soft' atmosphere, 'Long-nosed' proportion, and 'Streamline and Dynamic' style (reference: 1974 B210 Introduction Service Bulleting). Was the B210 styling successful? On the one hand Yes, it definitely sold well, and many people today still like the coke-bottle styling. On the other hand No -- Datsun went back to the 'rational' styling for the B310. And many today see the B210 style as more dated.
-'''Engine Code prefix''' (starting with B210)<table valign='top' border='1' cellpadding=4 cellspacing=0><tr><td>none</td><td>base engine (A12 or A12A)</a></tr><tr><td>H-</td><td>larger engine (A14)</td></tr><tr><td>P-</td><td>largest engine (A15)</td></tr></table>'''Transmission codes'''<table valign='top' border='1' cellpadding=4 cellspacing=0><tr><td>.</td><td>(no suffix) base transmision = 3-speed, or 4-speed for coupe</td></tr><tr><td>-T</td><td>4-speed</td></tr><tr><td>-F</td><td>5-speed</td></tr><tr><td>-A</td><td>Automatic</td></tr></table>'''Models'''<table valign='top' border='1' cellpadding=4 cellspacing=0> <tr><td>B110</td><td>Sedan (2-dr or 4-dr)</td></tr><tr><td>KB110</td><td>Coupe (fastback)</td></tr><tr><td>VB110</td><td>Van (wagon)</td></tr></table>+
-'''Japan Domestic Market models'''<table valign='top' border='1' cellpadding=4 cellspacing=0> <tr><td>B110R</td><td>Sedan 2-dr (Deluxe, 3-speed)</td></tr><tr><td>B110SR</td><td>Sedan Standard 4-speed 2-dr</td></tr><tr><td>B110STR</td><td>Sedan Standard 4-speed 2-dr</td></tr><tr><td>B110TR</td><td>Sedan (Deluxe) 4-speed 2-dr</td></tr><tr><td>B110AR</td><td>Sedan (Deluxe) Automatic 2-dr</td></tr><tr><td>B110GTR</td><td>Sedan GL 4-speed 2-dr</td></tr><tr><td>B110GAR</td><td>Sedan GL Automatic 2-dr</td></tr><tr><td>B110S</td><td>Sedan Standard (3-speed, 4-dr)</td></tr><tr><td>B110ST</td><td>Sedan Standard 4-speed (4-dr)</td></tr><tr><td>B110</td><td>Sedan (Deluxe, 3-speed, 4-dr)</td></tr><tr><td>B110T</td><td>Sedan (Deluxe) 4-speed (4-dr)</td></tr><tr><td>B110A</td><td>Sedan (Deluxe) Automatic (4-dr)</td></tr><tr><td>B110GT</td><td>Sedan GL 4-speed (4-dr)</td></tr><tr><td>B110GA</td><td>Sedan GL Automatic (4-dr)</td></tr><tr><td>B110GTK</td><td>Sedan [GL] 4-speed GX (4-dr)</td></tr><tr><td>B110GFK</td><td>Sedan [GL] 5-speed GX (4-dr)</td></tr><tr><td>B110GAK</td><td>Sedan [GL] Automatic GX (4-dr)</td></tr><tr><td>KB110</td><td>Coupe (Deluxe, 4-speed)</td></tr><tr><td>KB110A</td><td>Coupe (Deluxe) Automatic</td></tr><tr><td>KB110G</td><td>Coupe GL (4-speed)</td></tr><tr><td>KB110GA</td><td>Coupe GL Automatic</td></tr><tr><td>KB110GK</td><td>Coupe [GL] (4-speed) GX</td></tr><tr><td>KB110GAK</td><td>Coupe [GL] Automatic GX</td></tr><tr><td>VB110SR</td><td>Van Standard (3-speed) 2-dr</td></tr><tr><td>VB110STR</td><td>Van Standard 4-speed 2-dr</td></tr><tr><td>VB110PR</td><td>Van Deluxe (3-speed) 2-dr</td></tr><tr><td>VB110PTR</td><td>Van Deluxe 4-speed 2-dr</td></tr><tr><td>VB110S</td><td>Van Standard (3-speed, 4-dr)</td></tr><tr><td>VB110ST</td><td>Van Standard 4-speed (4-dr)</td></tr><tr><td>VB110P</td><td>Van Deluxe (3-speed, 4-dr)</td></tr><tr><td>VB110PT</td><td>Van Deluxe 4-speed (4-dr)</td></tr><tr><td>VB110</td><td>Van (Super Deluxe, 3-speed, 4-dr)</td></tr><tr><td>VB110T</td><td>Van (Super Deluxe) 4-speed (4-dr)</td></tr></table>+The 1978 B310 was longer and wider yet lower. And a return to the utilitarian (more boxy) styling. It handled better than B210, was more roomy, yet didn't weigh any more. It had a significantly smoother ride due to a change from rear leaf spring suspension (as used in trucks ...) to coil-spring rear with 4-link design (as used in most large sedans of the times).
-[[Category:General Information]]+{{End}}[[Category:Body]]

Current revision

Datsun 1200 was manufactured in the full range of models: Sedans, Coupes, Wagons and Trucks.

Contents

Datsun 1200 (B110) Body Styles

In Japan, the B110 is called the Datsun Sunny. In most other countries it was marketed as the Datsun 1200.

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2-door Sedan and 2-door Coupe
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2-dr Coupe (fastback). See main article: KB110
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2-dr Sedan. See main article: B110R
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4-dr Sedan. See main article: 4-door sedan
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2-dr Wagon/Van. See main article: VB110R
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4-dr Wagon/Van (a.k.a. 5-dr Wagon). See main article: VB110
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2-dr Utility (aka truck, pickup, 'ute', camioneta or bakkie). See main article: B120
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Search the Photo Album for more pictures of all these models.

So what's the difference between a 2-dr 'sedan' and a 2-dr 'coupe'?'

A sedan is a car with a back seat, where the back seats passengers have more of less the same room as the front seat passengers. Also, it has a trunk compartment separated from the passenger cabin.
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A coupe on the other hand, due to styling, has a smaller cramped passenger area.
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coupe [ koop ]

car with two doors: a car with two doors and a hard, fixed roof that seats two people or has a small rear seat.

Coupe - Encarta World English Dictionary

So the 1200 coupe is a 2+2 ('has a small rear seat'), while the sedan is more optimized for both front and rear passengers (the 1200 sedan has more headroom in back seat, you'll notice, even though the seats are the same size).

This is another example of the word evolving over time. Originally coupe meant two passengers inside and a driver outside.


Sedan
U.S. type of car: a car with a fully enclosed passenger compartment, a permanent roof, two or four doors, front and rear seats, and a separate trunk

Sedan - Encarta World English Dictionary

In the case of the 1200 Coupe, the trunk area is not separate from the passenger compartment (even though it has a 'trunk lid' rather than a hatchback).

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Trim levels

Trim levels and names vary by country, but include basic Standard, better Semi-Deluxe, Deluxe (DX) luxury GL (Grand Luxury) and sporty GX (Grand Luxury Twin-Carb).

See main article: Trim

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STD (Standard) trim was not available for Coupe. It included painted bumpers (instead of chrome), no roof rain gutters (drip rails).

DX (Deluxe) was the base Coupe trim, and one step up for Sedan and Truck.

GL (Grand Luxe) included premium seats and steering wheel. It was available on 4-dr Sedan, Coupe and 1972 2-door sedan (GTR).

GX (GL Twin Carb) was the top of the line for the B110 model series. It included all the GL appointments, plus twin carburetor engine. Available only on 4-dr and Coupe. Datsun-Nissan South Africa also produced GX version, but with different hubcaps and interiors.

GX-5

GX-5 was not a trim level, but a special model for year 1972. It was a GX with 5-speed transmission and a few other changes, including high-back seats.

See main article: GX-5

1972 Facelift

In Japan, a minor facelift was applied to 1972 B110s, including a "power bulge" hood on Standard and Deluxe models.

See main article: Facelift

Model Availability By Country

Australia got the Coupe, 4-dr Sedan, Ute, 4-dr Wagon and 2-dr Wagon
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Germany 1974
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United States got only the 2-dr Deluxe Sedan and the standard or Deluxe Coupe in left-hand drive version (LB110). LHD models have hydraulic clutches.
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England The 'Sunny 1200s' in the UK were:

* Deluxe 2-Door Saloon
* Deluxe 4-Door Saloon (sedan)
* Coupe
* Estate Car (station wagon) 

Japan got everything :-) including the Standard, GL, and Deluxe trims. In late 1971, the GX was added.
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That's the 1200 GX (B110) on the left, and the special Excellent 1400 series (PB110) on the right.

Excellent models have a different front bonnet (hood), grill and wings (fenders) and tail lights, and different interior from B110s.

* lights in grille
* pointed bonnet
* lights at edges of grill

For more info on the PB110, see the article Datsun PB110 Excellent Series

Ecuador built the 1200 pickup during the 1990s
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Truck

2-dr Sunny Truck was sold around the world as the 1200 Pickup, 'ute', camioneta or bakkie.

See main article: B120

South Africa sold the B120 until 1979, Australia until 1985, Japan until 1994.
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Nissan South Africa made the B140 short-wheelbase ute from 1980-2007 "Nissan LDV 1400":
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New Zealand produced the long-wheelbase RoadStar and SportStar utes.
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In South America, the 1200 'pick up' was sold new into the 1990s and is called a camioneta (light truck). You can sometimes find a used one for sale in Costa Rica or Ecuador even today.
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SSS 1200

The Datsun 1200 SSS was a special version of the Datsun B110 created by Datsun New Zealand. It was sold through the 1974 model year, even though 1200 factory production stopped in 1973. Based on the B110 4-dr sedan, it featured twin sidedraught carburettors, special alloy wheels and blacked-out bonnet.

See Main Article: Datsun 1200 SSS

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S1 1200

Entreposto of Portugal created and sold the Datsun 1200 S1, a 2-dr Sedan which included special badges and performance items.

See Main Article: Datsun 1200 S1

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Custom Body Styles

Longnose

Supa Sunny
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Hardtop

Pillarless 1200

See Main Article: Hardtop

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Roadsters & Convertibles

See main article: Convertible

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Tudor 4-doors

Tudor 4-doors are 2-door sedans created out of 4-door sedans. These are rarely seen, usually in a country where 2-dr sedans are rare.

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Stretch Limousines

Lightly Stretched
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Stretched Ute
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Limo made from 4-dr sedan:
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2-dr Sedan-based Limo:
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Limousine is also the german word for sedan:
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Chopped Top and lengthened wheelbase (extra-long rear doors)
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Extra Cab Trucks

Custom extended-cab versions of Datsun 1200 trucks included C-utes and King Cabs.

See Main Article: Extra cab

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Wide Body

Body kit

Sedan
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Coupe
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Ute
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Comparison of B110 to B210 and B310

Some feel that the B110 was the perfection of the B-class (subcompact) RWD Datsun. Consider some facts:

WEIGHT: lighter means faster accelerating with same engine
B1101640 pounds (700 kg)
B2101780 pounds (A12) or 2000 pounds (USA HB210 - overweight)
B3101900 pounds (A12) or 2000 pounds (A14/A15) - bigger than B210, yet just as light
Fuel Economy - USA
modelenginetransHighway
B110A124-speed37.9 mpg
B210A145-speed50 mpg
B310A145-speed47 mpg
Braking performance - US 60-0 mph (smaller is better):
modellight loadfull load
B110195 ft190 ft
B210196 ft211 ft
B310??
Acceleration & Passing - USA (smaller is better):
modelengine20-35 mph50-80 mph
B110A129.2 sec16.6 sec
B210A13 (1974)9.0 sec15.6 sec
B310A14??
Size (in millimeters):
sedanlengthwheelbasewidthtrackheightturningclearance
B110383023001495124013904.1 m170 mm
B210408023401545127513604.7 m170
B31041902340158013301365turning165

Subjective Analysis

The B10, Datsun 1000, introduced in 1966 was a successful car. But really small by modern standards. And small compared to Corolla. The B110, Datsun 1200, introduced in 1970 was larger, almost identical in dimensions to Corolla. This was the right size for the times.

The 1974 B210 had several goals for improvement over B110: Slightly larger, more world-ready, more luxurious. More interior room. Reduce NVH (noise, vibration and harshness). For most countries the A12-powered B210 was nearly identical to B110 except for styling. For North America, because of the emissions controls, competition with more power, and the extra weight mandated by safety regulations, Nissan USA was forced to fit larger engines to keep up the performance.

Instead of the 'rational' styling of B110, B210 would have a 'Young and Dynamic' image based on the 'Streamline and a Cut' styling theme. It would also have a 'Sharp and Soft' atmosphere, 'Long-nosed' proportion, and 'Streamline and Dynamic' style (reference: 1974 B210 Introduction Service Bulleting). Was the B210 styling successful? On the one hand Yes, it definitely sold well, and many people today still like the coke-bottle styling. On the other hand No -- Datsun went back to the 'rational' styling for the B310. And many today see the B210 style as more dated.

The 1978 B310 was longer and wider yet lower. And a return to the utilitarian (more boxy) styling. It handled better than B210, was more roomy, yet didn't weigh any more. It had a significantly smoother ride due to a change from rear leaf spring suspension (as used in trucks ...) to coil-spring rear with 4-link design (as used in most large sedans of the times).

 

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