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Datsun Bluebird 4th generation PL 510 

Datsun Bluebird 4th generation PL 510

Production :

1967 to 1972

Body versions :

Saloon , station wagon , coupe

Engines:

Gasoline :1.3-1.6 1.8 liters 

Length:

4000-4165 mm

Wheelbase :

2380-2420 mm

Curb weight :

885-965 kg

The Datsun Bluebird 4th generation was a big step forward the Bluebird PL 510 series ( called Datsun 510 in the US ). 

History

There a sedan also now a station wagon Utilizing many of the advanced features of the 510 Sedan, Datsun's station wagon offers low wide lines, a handsome compact body and a large flat six feet of open cargo space in the rear. Designed to meet the needs of people requiring more space to carry bundles, children or work loads, the car is loaded with safety features including front disc brakes, three anchor seat belts and collapsible steering column.

Noiseless draft-free ventilation without wind wings brings fresh outside air into the car no matter what the weather. Full vinyl interior with bucket seats up front and deep foam benches in back carry five passengers in comfort, leaving plenty of cargo space behind the rear seat for several large suitcases.White sidewall tires, heater and defroster, backup lights, and four-speed all synchromesh transmission come as standard equipment. Air conditioning, radio and a full range three-speed automatic transmission are available as optional extras.

Unitized all steel construction makes the contoured body rattle free and independent front strut type suspension, combined with even weight distribution of weight with 44% to front axle, and 56% to the rear axle.makes the Datsun wagon highly maneuverable. Extra wide doors allow easy entry and exit. Averaging up to 25 miles to the gallon. 

Performance 1600cc

  • Engine Capacity 97.33 cu in, 1,595 cu cm
  • Fuel Consumption 28 m/imp gal, 23.3 m/US gal, 10.1 1 x 100 km
  • Max Speed 100 mph, 161 km/h
  • max power (SAE): 96 hp at 5,600 rpm
  • max torque (SAE): 100 1b ft, 13.8 kg m at 3,600 rpm
  • max engine rpm: 6,200
  • specific power: 60.2 hp/l
  • acceleration: standing 1/4 mile 20.9 sec

For the first time as a coupe, this received front disc brakes, regardless of semi-mounted rear wheels and the 1.6-liter four-cylinder with overhead camshaft from the sports car Datsun Fairlady with 71 kW (96 hp), in addition a four-speed gearbox or on request a three-speed automatic transmission. In some markets, a 81 kW (110 SAE-PS) sports variant called Bluebird SSS was offered with 2 SU horizontal carburettors and max power (SAE) 100 hp at 6,000 rpm and max torque (SAE) of 98 1b ft, 13.5 kg m at 4,000 rpm with max engine rpm 6,800
and 9.5 compression ratio.

  • PERFORMANCE: 1600 SSS Sedan
    power-weight ratio: 18.7 lb/hp, 8.5 kg/hp
    fuel con-sumption: 26.9 m/ imp gal, 22.4 m/US gal, 10.5 | x 100 km.
    max power (DIN): 109 hp at 6,000 rpm
    max torque (DIN): 104 1b ft, 14.3 kg m at 4,000 rpm
    max engine rpm: 6,400; 68.3 hp/l
    max speeds: (I) 34 mph, 55 km/h; (II) 57 mph, 92 km/h; (III) 88 mph, 142 km/h; (IV) 103 mph, 165 km/h
  • PERFORMANCE: 1800 SSS Coupé
    max power (DIN): 115 hp at rpm
    max torque (DIN): 112 1b ft, 15.5 kg m at 4,000 rpm
    max engine rpm: 7,000; 65 hp/l
    power-weight ratio: 18.3 lb/hp, 8.3 kg/hp
    acceleration: standing 1/4 mile 17.5 sec
    fuel consumption: 23.5 m/lmp gal, 19.6 m/US gal, 12 1 x 100 km.
    max speed 106 mph, 170 km/h
    power-weight ratio 20.9 lb/hp, 9.5 kg/hp.
    max speeds: (I) 35 m h, 56 km/h; (II) mph, 96 km/h; (III) 89 mph, 143 km/k; (IV) 109 mph,
    km/h

In the US, this generation of Bluebirds received considerable approval as a small sports sedan. In Australia, however, the model was sold as Datsun 1600 in all model variants .In 1970 Released the 1800 SSS equipped with in-line 4-cylinder SOHC L18 type (1770cc)

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Service
  • Datsun Bluebird PL 510 Practical Instructions and Service Guide (1967-1972)


    fuel: 90 oct petrol
    engine sump oil: 7 imp pt, 8.5 US pt, 4 1, SAE 20W-30, change every 3,100 miles, 5,000 km
    tappet clearances: inlet 0.010 in, 0.25 mm, exhaust 0.014 in, 0.35 mm
    valve timing: 8° 44° 50° 10°
    valve timing 1600 SSS: 16° 52° 54° 14°
    valve timing 1800 SSS: 16° 52° 54° 14°
    coolant capacity: 11.3 imp pt, 13.5 US pt
    gearbox oil: 3 imp pt, 3.6 US pt, 1.7 1, SAE 90, change every 31 ,OOO miles, 50,000 km
    final drive oil: 1.4 imp pt, 1.7 US pt, 0.8 1, SAE 90, change every 31,000 miles, 50,000 km
    greasing: every 31 ,OOO miles, 50,000 km, 5 points
    tyre pressure: front 24 psi, 1.7 atm, rear 28 psi, 2 atm.
    width of rims: 4"
    tyres: 5.60 x 13. (Optional) 165 x 13
    carrying capacity: 882 1b, 400 kg
    fuel tank: 10.1 imp gal, 12.1 US gal, 46 1.

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Technical
  • Datsun Bluebird PL 510 Technical details (1967-1972)

    ENGINE 1600cc
    front, 4 stroke
    cylinders: 4, in line
    bore and stroke: 3.27 x 2.90 in, 83 x 73.7 mm
    engine capacity: 97.33 cu in, 1,595 cu cm
    compression ratio: 8.5
    cylinderblock: cast iron
    cylinder-head: light alloy; crankshaft bearings: 5; valves: 2 per cylinder, overhead, rockers
    camshafts: 1, overhead
    lubrication: rotary pump, full flow filter
    lubricating system capacity: 7 imp pt, 8.46 US pt. 4 1
    carburation: 1 Hitachi downdraught twin barrel carburetor
    fuel feed: mechanical pump
    cooling system: water

    ENGINE: 1600 SSS Sedan
    compression ratio: 9.5:1
    2 SU type HJL38W-3 horizontal carburettors.

    ENGINE: 1800 SSS Coupé
    Engine capacity: 108 cu in, 1,770 cc
    bore and stroke: 3.35 x 3.07 in, 85 x 78 mm
    compression ratio: 9.5:1
    lubricating system 8.1 imp pt, 9.7 US pt
    2 Hitachi SU type horizontal carburettors
    cooling system capacity: 10.6 imp pt, 12.7 US pt, 6 1.

    TRANSMISSION
    driving wheels: rear
    clutch: single dry plate (diaphragm)
    gearbox: mechanical; gears: 4, fully synchronized
    ratios: 1st 3.382, 2nd 2.013, 3rd 1.312, 4th 1, rev 3.364
    (Optional) 3-speed automatic transmission.
    gear lever location: central
    final drive: hypoid bevel
    axle ratio: 3.700

    CHASSIS
    type integral, front and rear subframes
    front suspension: independent, by McPherson, coil springs/telescopic damper struts, lower trailing links, anti-roll bar
    rear suspension: independent, semi-trailing arms, coil springs, telescopic dampers.

    STEERING
    recirculating ball
    turns of steering wheel lock to lock: 3.20.
    turning circle (between walls): 31.5 ft, 9.6 m

    BRAKES
    drum
    swept area: front 54.4 sq in, 351 sq cm
    swept area: rear 54.4 sq in, 351 sq cm
    total 108.8 sq in, 702 sq cm.
    1600 SSS: front disc, rear drum
    1800 SSS front disc, rear drum, servo
    swept area: front 174 sq in, 112 sq cm
    swept area: rear 54 sq in, 348 sq cm
    total 71.4 sq in, 460 sq cm.

    ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
    12 V
    40 Ah battery 1800 SSS 45 Ah
    30 A alternator
    Hitachi distributor

    DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
    wheel base: 95.30 in, 2,421 mm
    front track: 50.40 in, 1,280 mm
    rear track: 50.40 in, 1,280 mm
    overall length: 162.20 in, 4,120 mm
    overall width: €1.40 in, 1,560 mm
    overall height: 55.15 in, 1,401 mm
    ground clearance: 7.50 in, 190 mm
    dry weight: 2,018 1b, 915 kg

    © Motor car History

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