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Datsun Type 16

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Datsun Type 16
Datsun Model 16 Sedan
Overview
ManufacturerDatsun/Nissan
Model years1937–1938
AssemblyYokohama, Japan
Body and chassis
Body style
LayoutFront-engine, rear-wheel-drive
Powertrain
Engine722 cc (44.1 in3) Type 7 I4
Transmission3-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,005 mm (78.9 in)
Length3,120 mm (122.8 in)
Width1,190 mm (46.9 in)
Curb weight610 kg (1,340 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorDatsun Type 15
SuccessorDatsun Type 17

The Datsun Type 16 was a small car produced by Datsun in Japan in 1937 and 1938. It had a 16 PS (12 kW) side valve engine and was offered in several body styles.

Design

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The Datsun 16 was almost identical to the preceding Datsun Type 15 and could only be differentiated externally by detailing on the bonnet and changes in the bonnet mascot and Datsun logo. The interior was more sparse than the Type 15.[1]

Drivetrain

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The Datsun 16 was mechanically identical to the preceding Datsun Type 15.[1] The 16 PS (12 kW) engine drove the rear wheels through a three-speed gearbox to give the car a top speed of 80 km/h (50 mph).[2]

Production

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The first Datsun 16 rolled off the production line in Yokohama in April 1937 and production continued until the Datsun 17 was released in April 1938.[2]

References

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  1. ^ a b Nissan (2016). "No.005 Datsun 16 Sedan (1937 : 16)". Nissan Heritage Car Collection. Retrieved 17 May 2017.[dead link]
  2. ^ a b Bent, Alan (2016). "1937 Datsun 16 Model". earlydatsun.com. Archived from the original on 17 November 2013. Retrieved 17 May 2017.
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