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Datsun 1200 Review, For Sale, Specs, Models & News in Australia

The Datsun 1200, known as the Datsun Sunny 1200 in Japan, and later the Nissan Sunny, was produced by Nissan's subsiday from 1970 to 1973.

It was produced in two door and four-door coupe and sedan variations, with its modest 1.2-litre and 1.4-litre four-cylinder powertrains designed to tackle the Toyota Corolla.

After it's discontinuation in 1973, it continued on as the Sunny pickup until 1989.

The line-up currently starts at POA for the 1200 (base) and ranges through to POA for the range-topping 1200 (base).

Datsun 1200 Models Price and Specs

The price range for the Datsun 1200 varies based on the trim level you choose. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.

Year Body Type Specs Price from Price to
1985 Ute 1.2L, Leaded, 4 SP MAN
1984 Ute 1.2L, Leaded, 4 SP MAN
1983 Ute 1.2L, Leaded, 4 SP MAN
1982 Ute 1.2L, Leaded, 4 SP MAN
1981 Ute 1.2L, Leaded, 4 SP MAN
See All Datsun 1200 Pricing and Specs

Datsun 1200 Wheel Size

The Datsun 1200 has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to wheel size, these range from 12x4 inches for Ute in 1985.

Year Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
1985 Ute 12x4 inches 12x4 inches
1984 Ute 12x4 inches 12x4 inches
1983 Ute 12x4 inches 12x4 inches
1982 Ute 12x4 inches 12x4 inches
1981 Ute 12x4 inches 12x4 inches
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Datsun 1200 Wheel Sizes

Datsun 1200 Dimensions

The dimensions of the Datsun 1200 Ute vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.

Year Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
1985 Ute 1395x1495x3845 mm 160 mm
1984 Ute 1395x1495x3845 mm 160 mm
1983 Ute 1395x1495x3845 mm 160 mm
1982 Ute 1395x1495x3845 mm 160 mm
1981 Ute 1395x1495x3845 mm 160 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Datsun 1200 Dimensions

Datsun 1200 Fuel Consumption

The Datsun 1200 is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by Leaded fuel type(s).

Year Body Type Fuel Consumption* Engine Fuel Type Transmission
1985 Ute 1.2L Leaded 4 SP MAN
1984 Ute 1.2L Leaded 4 SP MAN
1983 Ute 1.2L Leaded 4 SP MAN
1982 Ute 1.2L Leaded 4 SP MAN
1981 Ute 1.2L Leaded 4 SP MAN
* Combined fuel consumption See All Datsun 1200 Pricing and Specs for 1985