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Yes, your Datsun may be towed safely by another vehicle, with a few considerations.

	1200 Cargo Capability
	Towing
	1200s being towed

	Hauling
	1200s towing or carrying a load

	Luggage Rack

1 Operation
2 Factory-suggested Tow Points
3 Towbar
4 Trailering
5 B210
6 B10

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Operation

See the Owner's manual: Operating the Car

1972 USA Owners manual (Page 17 ... ):

TOWING
If the car is being towed with the rear wheel on the ground, do not exceed 17 MPH (30 km/h). The selector lever should be in the "N" position. If the transmission is inoperative, it is advisable to two with the rear wheels raised off the ground, or with the propeller shaft removed.

1974 B120 Owner's Manual (Page 25 ... )

If your vehicle must be towed, it is important that the towing rope be fastened only to the tension rod brackets as illustrated. The rope must be routed under the bottom edge of the bumper. To tow another vehicle, always tie the rope to the rear spring hanger.

Being towed by the rear wheels

However, these instructions were updated later. The 1980 owner's manual says:

TOWING
CAUTION
It is necessary to use proper towing equipment to avoid possible damage...See the Towing Procedure Manual at dealer side.
All applicable government laws regarding the towing operation must be obeyed.
Before towing, make sure that the transmission, axles, steering system and power train are in good order. If any unit is damaged, a dolly must be used.
If the transmission is inoperative, tow the car with the rear wheels off the ground, or with the propeller shaft removed.
When the car is towed with its front wheels on the ground, secure the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with the ignition key turned in the "OFF" position.
When towing an automatic transmission model, try to restrict towing speed below 30 km/h (20 MPH) and towing distance less than 30 km (20 miles).
With manual transmission model, try to restrict towing speed below 80km/h (50 MPH) and towing distance less then 80 km (50 miles).
If the speed or distance must necessarily be greater, remove the propeller shaft beforehand to prevent damage to the transmission
Release the parking brake and set the gearshift lever in the "Neutral" position before starting to tow the car.

Nissan Patrol Y60 towing 1200 Coupe