Datsun 160J Sss
Datsun 160J Sss — hatchback. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

About the Datsun 160J Sss
Datsun 160J Sss is a hatchback in the hatchback class. The guide brings together the vehicle information currently available for this model. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.
This guide is designed to answer practical questions about the Datsun 160J Sss, including its specifications, engine, fuel economy, tires, maintenance and ownership details.
Datsun 160J Sss specifications at a glance
Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.
| Make | Datsun |
|---|---|
| Model | 160J Sss |
| Model years | Not specified |
| Body style | hatchback |
| Vehicle class | hatchback |
| Manufacturer | Nissan (Nissan Machinery) |
| Production | 1966–1986 |
| Market / country | FI, NZ |
Engine, transmission and performance
The available source data does not identify a single engine configuration for every Datsun 160J Sss variant.. Published power figures include 65 -.. Published torque figures include 10.5 -.
| Fuel type | Gasoline, Diesel |
|---|---|
| Power | 65 – |
| Torque | 10.5 – |
Datsun 160J Sss performance and economy
| Power | 65 – |
|---|
Datsun 160J Sss other specifications
| Name | Nissan L engine |
|---|---|
| Image | 1971 Nissan Skyline 2000GT engine room.jpg |
| Caption | 1971 Skyline 2000GT engine bay |
| Configuration | Straight-4, Straight-6 |
| Displacement | 1296 cc; 1428 cc; 1595 cc; 1598 cc; 1770 cc; 1952 cc; 1998 cc; 2262 cc; 2393 cc; 2565 cc; 2753 cc; 2792 cc |
| Bore | 78 mm; 83 mm; 84.5 mm; 85 mm; 86 mm; 87.8 mm; 89 mm |
| Stroke | 59.9 mm; 66 mm; 67.9 mm; 69.7 mm; 73.7 mm; 78 mm; 79 mm; 83 mm; 86 mm |
| Compression | 7.4:1, 8.3:1, 8.8:1 |
| Block | Cast iron |
| Head | Aluminium |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, DOHC (LZ, aftermarket heads) |
| Fueltype | Gasoline, Diesel |
| Fuelsystem | Carburetor, Fuel injection |
| Coolingsystem | Water-cooled |
Recommended tire pressure for Datsun 160J Sss
Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.
| Load condition | Front | Rear | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 32 PSI | 30 PSI | Estimate |
| Fully loaded | 34 PSI | 33 PSI | Estimate |
Frequently asked questions about Datsun 160J Sss
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Why can mileage differ from the published figure for the Datsun 160J Sss?
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Datsun 160J Sss images
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